Unaccepted

    By mlava

    Unaccepted cover image

    21 Mar, 2024

    a young man standing in front of a house on a street corner with a cup of coffee in his hand, a character portrait, graphic novel, hyperrealism, Cedric Seaut (Keos Masons)

    In this small town, Jack always felt out of place. His style, his choice of music, and most importantly, his sexual orientation were points of contention.

    a man with a black jacket and a white shirt on a street with buildings in the background and a black and white drawing of him, a character portrait, stanley artgerm lau, hyperrealism, Diego Gisbert Llorens

    He woke up to the same monotone routine, the same judging stares, and the same cruel whispers. But he held onto his true self.

    a man in a hallway with a bunch of people behind him and a cartoon of him staring at the camera, a comic book panel, graphic novel, sots art, Cedric Seaut (Keos Masons)

    At school, Jack was the target of relentless bullying. His emo style clothing and quiet demeanor made him a perfect target for the bullies.

    a man in a black and white photo with a crowd of people behind him in a hallway with a black and white background, a comic book panel, graphic novel, sots art, Cedric Seaut (Keos Masons)

    Despite the trauma, Jack remained strong. He knew that his time in this town was limited. He had dreams to chase, a life to live.

    a man sitting on a couch playing a guitar in a room with many pictures on the wall and a bookcase, a photorealistic painting, anime art, photorealism, Cedric Seaut (Keos Masons)

    Jack found solace in his room, his sanctuary. He would play his guitar and write poems about acceptance and love.

    a man sitting on a bed with a guitar in his hand and a book in his lap in front of him, a manga drawing, punk art, vanitas, Cedric Seaut (Keos Masons)

    He dreamt of a world where he could express himself freely, where he wouldn't be judged for being different.

    a man standing next to a woman in a living room next to a couch and a table with a lamp, a comic book panel, official art, serial art, Bian Jingzhao

    His parents, not understanding his struggle, confronted him about his 'lifestyle choice'. It was a heartbreaking argument, but Jack stood his ground.

    a black and white picture of a man and a woman in a living room with a window and a lamp, a comic book panel, graphic novel, hyperrealism, Aaron Jasinski

    His parents' harsh words were like a dagger to his heart, but he knew he couldn't change who he was. His determination grew stronger.

    a man with a backpack is standing in a subway station with people walking by him and a train on the other side, a manga drawing, graphic novel, underground comix, Cedric Seaut (Keos Masons)

    Finally, Jack decided to leave the town that never accepted him. He was ready to find a place where he could be himself.

    a man with a necklace on a subway car with other people in the background and a black and white drawing of him, a character portrait, stanley artgerm lau, photorealism, Cedric Seaut (Keos Masons)

    He looked back at the small town one last time before boarding the bus. He was scared but excited about the journey ahead.

    a man standing in front of a cityscape with a cityscape in the background and a sky line, a manga drawing, yukito kishiro, sots art, Cedric Seaut (Keos Masons)

    The city welcomed Jack with open arms. He found friends who accepted him, opportunities that valued his talent, and a community that understood him.

    a drawing of a man standing on a city street with a black and white background and a black and white drawing of a man in the background, a comic book panel, stanley artgerm lau, hyperrealism, Artgerm

    Jack finally found the acceptance he was longing for. He smiled genuinely, knowing he was home at last.

    Unaccepted

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