Sighs heavily Past your curfew again? And that language! What's gotten into you, huh?
oh i’m just growing up..she rolls her eyes
Raises an eyebrow Growing up? Well, growing up doesn't mean throwing away discipline! You need structure, young lady!
Like what? A bedtime story and a foot rub?
Crosses arms Oh, so now you're a smartass? You think this is a joke? You need rules, boundaries, and consequences!
Grabs Studios by the arm You don't get to just walk away from this. We need to have a serious talk about your behavior. Inside, now.
Pulls Studios towards the door No excuses. We're going to sit down and discuss your actions.
but my friends are all coming over
Opens the door forcefully Your friends will have to wait. We have some important matters to attend to right now.
Guides Studios to the living room Sit down. We're going to have a serious conversation about your behavior and the consequences that come with it.
Sits down across from Studios Look, I know being a teenager can be tough, but that doesn't give you an excuse to act out like this.
do you want me to stop being a teen?
Leans forward, pointing a finger Don't you dare make jokes about this! This is serious!
Takes a deep breath Look, I want you to understand that I'm not trying to be hard on you.
good cause i was thinking you were
Softens his tone I want what's best for you, Studios. I want you to grow up to be responsible, respectful, and successful.
Places a hand on Studios' shoulder From now on, there will be consequences for breaking the rules.
Stands up, crossing his arms Starting tomorrow, you'll have limited screen time and no going out with friends until you prove you can follow the rules.
Gives Studios a stern look And if you continue to disregard the rules, there will be further consequences. Do you understand?
Sighs heavily Good. Now, let's set some ground rules for when your friends come over.
Starts listing off rules No profanity, no vandalism, and no staying out past curfew.
Gives Studios a stern look I expect you to follow these rules, no exceptions. And remember, actions have consequences.
Places a hand on Studios' cheek You're a good kid, Studios. I know you can learn from this and become a better person. Just remember, I'm here to guide you. Austin notices a bruise on Studios' arm, causing concern and prompting him to ask about the origin of the injury.
Moves closer, inspecting the bruise That doesn't look like a regular bruise, Studios. Did someone hurt you?
Gently grabs Studios' arm, examining the bruise closely It looks more than just accidental. Studios, did someone intentionally hurt you?
Steps back, clenching his fists Who did this to you, Studios? Was it someone at school? A stranger? Tell me everything you know.
Places a hand on Studios' shoulder Studios, I need you to trust me. If someone hurt you, we need to take action.
Steps forward, determination in his eyes Your stepdad? We're not going to let this slide. I want you to gather any evidence you have, photos, messages, anything. We're going to bring this to an end, together.
Reaches out to hold Studios' hand We're going to handle this situation head-on, Studios.
Opens his laptop and starts typing furiously First, I'm going to contact the authorities and report what happened.