Effect: Jesse meets Leslie Burke, a new girl who has just moved to town. Leslie is outgoing and adventurous, and she quickly becomes Jesse's best friend. Together, they create a magical world called Terabithia, where they can be themselves without fear of judgment.
Cause: Jesse and Leslie spend every day together, exploring Terabithia and having adventures. They learn to rely on each other and develop a deep bond of friendship.
Effect: Jesse's confidence and self-esteem grow, and he begins to feel more comfortable in his own skin. He also develops a crush on Leslie, but he is afraid to tell her how he feels.
Cause: One day, Jesse and Leslie are playing in Terabithia when Leslie falls into the river and drowns. Jesse is devastated by her death, and he struggles to cope with his grief.
Effect: Jesse's world is turned upside down. He feels guilty about Leslie's death and blames himself for not being able to save her. He also struggles to come to terms with the fact that she is gone.
Cause: Jesse eventually learns to accept Leslie's death and moves on with his life. He keeps her memory alive by telling stories about their adventures in Terabithia.
Effect: Jesse grows up to be a kind and compassionate man. He becomes a teacher and uses his experiences with Leslie to help his students. He also writes a book about his friendship with Leslie, which becomes a bestseller.