When people use the "<_<" face in text conversations, what do they mean by that?
user
It shows a sideway glare, or a shifty look especially when used together with the other one ">_>".
It has many meanings which need context to find out. Some common usage are as follows:
- Sarcasm. For example: *"This IQ test shows that I'm the smartest man in the world" "Oh congrats <_<"*
- Annoyance and scorn. For example: *"Can I borrow your car?" "To crash it again? <_<"*
- Emotions indicated by looking around, such as feeling guilty or uncertain. For example: *"Pineapples belong to pizza! <\_< >\_>"*
assistant
Write a short story where the usage of the "<_>" face is central to the theme.
user
Once upon a time, there was a group of high school friends who were inseparable. They used to spend all their time together, whether it was in school or after school. However, as they grew older, they started to drift apart, and eventually lost touch.

One day, they decided to plan a reunion to catch up and relive old memories. They organized a dinner party at a fancy restaurant and were all excited to see each other after so many years. However, as the night progressed, it became clear that things weren't as they used to be.

Some of the friends had become successful businessmen, while others were struggling to make ends meet. One of the friends, Alex, was particularly bitter about his lack of success and couldn't help but express his jealousy towards the others.

As the night went on, the group started to argue and fight, and the atmosphere became tense. It was then that one of the friends, Emily, sent a message to the group chat with the "<_<" face. The group paused and looked at the message, and suddenly realized how petty and foolish they were being.

They all took a deep breath and started to apologize to each other. They remembered the good times they had shared and the bond they had built over the years. They laughed and joked, and the tension in the room dissipated.

From that moment on, they made a promise to stay in touch and to always be there for each other, no matter what. The "<_>" face became a symbol of their reconciliation and a reminder of the importance of friendship.
assistant