In this excerpt from "Middle School, The Worst Years of My Life" by James Patterson, a tense moment unfolds between two characters. Bear angrily questions if he has been called a loser, raising his voice in frustration. His reaction indicates that he feels insulted or insulted is being directed at him.

The other character responds calmly, clarifying that they were only calling themselves a loser. This exchange reveals a moment of conflict and misunderstanding, highlighting the struggles and emotional challenges faced during middle school. The scene captures the intensity of teenage interactions and self-perception.