if he really cares too much about what other people think, then he isnt worth it.. ive been through that before and learned this on my own.. i understand that you may really like himm alot but its not worth all the trouble he is going to put you through.. the boy thats right for you will come along and he wont care what other people think .. he will love you for you and nothing else.. you are in 8th grade and you are 14 .. you have so much time ahead of you.. im a freshman ive been through the same situations trust me there are soo many other and better guys out there ... i hope things take anew path for youu!