Jem Finch Monologue

In the rural and old-fashioned town of Maycomb, was a secret hidden from most. Only a few people knew the truth, and soon Jem Finch would stumble across it as well.
School went by slowly as usual. Jem hated spending his precious time at such a dull place. He wanted to race the streets of the town, embark on an adventure or discover something new. Jem, trying to distract himself from falling asleep, stared out the window. He thought of the one thing that interested him: Boo Radley. Jem had always had an inexplicable fascination with Boo. He seemed so peculiar when compared to the rest of the tedious town.
When school finally ended, Jem practically sprinted home. Rushing to get home, Jem decided to take a shortcut. He figured it would be easier than walking the extra distance.
However, there was one particular
Some gaping at the brawl and other shaking their heads in disapproval. In the crowd, he saw Miss Maudie and Mr. Avery. Jem could feel his cheeks heating up. Humiliation came over him. Now he felt like the town spectacle. He looked back at Arthur, anger in his eyes. “Jem I’m sorry. I know you won't except me as your father, but let me at least be part of your life,” Arthur pleaded. “Please Jem, don’t abandon me like everyone else did.” He saw the pain on Arthur’s face when he looked at him. Unsure of what to do, he stood frozen, paralyzed from the shock. He tried to move, but his legs refused to budge, he felt as if he was turning to stone. There he stood, until a warm hand took his, pulling him away from the scene. Jem couldn’t think anymore. Desperate for any type of help, he took the welcoming hand without a second thought. After a few minutes of walking, he looked to see who it was, and was greeted by the sympathetic face of Miss Maudie. “It’s going to be okay Jem,” she said, as she walked him home. Jem stayed silent, staring at the ground with eyes wide open. He was truly