Is there anything I can do about this?

[Slartibartfast]

nobody "deserves" to get physically hurt, and lying about it (even if it was "technically" true, from your point of view) drags you into it, too.  Sure, the guy may be a jerk - he's not your problem, he's Diana's.  And when she chose to handle that problem in an immature way (by hitting him instead of cutting him off), it was her mistake - not something you should have covered over, even for the sake of the friendship.  When asked if she started the fight, you should have given the whole story - she did hit him first, but here is what he did that provoked it and why.  She would probably get punished in some way, but the adults who are supposed to be keeping the peace wouldn't be working with half-truths.

[Ko-Ko]

But if had told, she would have been suspended possibly even worse. And Damien wouldn't have gotten into any trouble at all. I know I have my faults, but one positive thing I can say about myself is that I am a good friend. I am also known as one of the good students, as I usually tell the truth. Although I respect your opinion, I feel that sometimes you just have to do what's right even if it means lying to an authority figure.

Ko-Ko

[cocacola35]

I've been in this situation before and believe me, if you try to tell her what a horrible person she is there is a 90% chance she will get mad at you.  I also had a friend that was dating a complete loser.  He was manipulative and condescending to her, but still she thought he was the greatest thing since sliced bread.  When I tried telling her what I thought about him, she got angry with me and claimed that I didn't know him like she did, they were in love, blah, blah, blah.  I learned then the meaning of if you can't say anything nice, don't say anything at all.  She had to see his horrible ways for herself.  Eventually she did and began the long process of breaking up and getting over him.  I offered support whenever she needed it.  In this situation, there isn't much you can do unless she actually asks what your opinion is of him.  Whether or not she does, the most you can do is just be there for HER to lend support.  If this guy decides to show her his TRUE self, she is going to need you. 

I do have a positive story that's like this.  I had a friend that dated a racist, redneck.  I couldn't believe she would actually date him.  However they stayed together, married and he really became a nicer person over the years; still a bit of a redneck but not as irritating and his prejudices are almost non-existant.  I believe that she had a great influence on him.  Of course, this isn't always the case but still a possiblity.

[jfulle5]

I'm surprised no one has suggested Ko-Ko go to her mother or father, and have them go to the other girl's parents.  I would certainly want to know who my 14 year old daughter was dating (not that she would date at this age).

gui

I think I mentioned that somewhere on the first page

[snowball's chance]

Do you all go to the same school?  You can go to the freshwoman's guidance counselor, b/c, btw, it's illegal for a 17-yr-old & 14-yr-old to do anything physical.  The counselor is legally required to report it.

[RoseRose]

Do you all go to the same school?  You can go to the freshwoman's guidance counselor, b/c, btw, it's illegal for a 17-yr-old & 14-yr-old to do anything physical.  The counselor is legally required to report it.

Depends, actually.  In some states, if BOTH parties are minors, and they're within a certain age of each other, it's legal (until the older party turns 18).  Also, there may have to be a complainant for these cases to actually get investigated, and there might need to be actual penetration or oral sex.  Just kissing and touching may not be illegal.  These issues vary A LOT from state to state, though, and I'm not sure if the counselor is legally obligated to report two minors engaged in sexual activity.  And even if they are, it may NOT be illegal in their state until Damien turns 18.

[FolkRockFan]

If you try to convince your friend that Damien is a little twit, she'll only want to be with him more. Unfortunately, that's how we humans operate - especially when we're young and feeling rebellious.

Be the best friend that you can be to her. She'll need you to be there for her because she will at some point suspect that Damien is not all that she's made him out to be. At that point, she'll probably ask for help or advice.

So: as tough as that is, you have to do what's best for your friend. Inadvertently driving her closer to Damien will only make things worse on you all.