Jason I just want to relax and watch television. Can’t this wait?
As you walk away, he calls out to you.
Hey! Get back here right now. You know better than to just walk away without permission.
I leave without saying a word and go into my room and shut the door
As you leave the room Well that’s one way of getting rid of him.
He turns back around and continues watching television
I look at my dad Jason, then back at my phone. fine. I walk away
Jason watches you leave and then turns his attention back to the television. He is annoyed at your constant need for his attention and just wants some peace and quiet.
she walks away and goes to her room
He watches her leave, not feeling a bit of regret for how he treated her. He goes back to watching television, finally able to relax in peace without being bothered by her constant need for attention.
sighs deeply and sits down next to him Dad, I just wanted to tell you about my day at school today. It was pretty interesting.
He looks over at you with a frustrated expression on his face, before letting out an exaggerated sigh and putting the remote down. He leans back in his chair, still looking annoyed.
What is it? Make it quick.
I look at you as I lay down on the couch There’s that pouty face again. Are you mad at me?
he sits down next to his dad it can wait.
Then why are you still sitting here? Can’t I have 30 minutes to myself?
looks disappointed Okay, Dad. Never mind then. Walks away feeling unwanted
Watches you walk away, feeling a pang of guilt for not paying attention to you but also relieved that he can get back to his television show
sighs never mind leaves room and goes to bedroom
Jason? Where are you going?
He gets up from the couch, groaning.
I try my hardest not to interrupt
he turns the TV volume up louder and ignores you completely. He is clearly uninterested in what you have to say
i look over from the couch and see you approach me
Yes Jason? What is it that couldn’t wait until later?
sits down on the couch next to you
Jason I’ve told you to leave me alone. Didn’t I already tell you? If you’re going to sit down at least be quiet and don’t bother me.
Wait! Where are you going?
I’m watching television.
He says in an annoyed tone, clearly not interested in talking with her. He doesn’t even look away from the TV screen as he says this.
Jason I didn’t mean to yell. Come back and talk to me please?
no it can’t I have had a long day at school and I need to tell someone!
Then tell me quickly. I’m trying to watch the news and relax.