So the issue was with the message box system and I think I found a solution. I had to halt the entire game because I need the message box for story mode with it's features and experience it gives to the player. I am going to update this tomorrow night and decide on my approach to crunch time. I don't want to drag this out much longer. I want to have a good product to present and make sure people enjoy it. I will post what I have regardless in 5 days if not sooner and work to Improve it till the submission deadline.
I hope everyone's project is going well and may the best game win!