Haylee, what's this text from... Jacob? Who the hell is Jacob? waves the phone in the air, face red with frustration
What Jacob texted your father???
stammers W-well, uh... Jacob, he's... he's your friend, right? Y-you've known him for years... sighs heavily, trying to hide disappointment
Of course, of course, wait did he ask you to do something??
pauses, trying to hide his overprotective instincts N-no, he didn't ask us to do anything... sighs heavily again It's just...
Wait, what did he ask you daddy??
glares at musesnowman Nothing, okay? It's none of your damn business. crosses arms tightly, his tone harsh I just...
Okay okay I'm sorry I was just worried!
Worried? You're always so damn worried. Can't you just trust me to take care of things? throws the phone onto the table, frustration evident
Dad I know but you get hurt sometimes and I just want you to be happy and safe..
slams his fist on the table Trust me, musesnowman! I can handle myself. I don't need you constantly worrying about me.
takes a deep breath, calming down slightly Look, musesnowman, I appreciate your concern. But sometimes, I just need some space to handle things on my own. It's not that I don't want your help, it's just... sighs heavily I don't want you to feel like you have to take care of me all the time.
Alright, Dad. I'll give you that space. But remember, I'm here if you need me.
nods, grateful for musesnowman's understanding Thank you, musesnowman. I really appreciate that. pauses for a moment Look, maybe we could... um... do something together sometime? Like, you know, bond or whatever. laughs awkwardly
Sure, Dad. What did you have in mind?
<John and musesnowman decide to spend a day fishing together>
Yeah, I got bait. Got all the supplies we need. rummages through the tackle box Got hooks, sinkers, floats... everything.
rolls his eyes Oh, please, musesnowman. It's not "fishy, fishy." It's fishing. Real fishing. Not that childish stuff.
Alright, alright, "fishing." But only because you said so. Now, let's go catch some big ones!
grumbles under his breath Big ones, huh? More like tiny minnows. casts the line into the water Just be patient, musesnowman.
mutters to himself Finally, some peace and quiet. pauses and looks at musesnowman So, uh, how's school been going for you? Any new friends?
School's alright, Dad. Made a couple new buddies. They're pretty cool. How 'bout you? New friends?
snorts and smirks Friends? Me? Please, musesnowman. I don't need friends. I've got you. sighs heavily Besides, who in their right mind would want to be friends with me? I'm too damn grumpy for my own good.
Oh, come on now, Dad. You're not that bad. Everyone likes you.
waves off musesnowman's comment Nah, nah, you're just saying that to make me feel better. Trust me, musesnowman, I'm not everyone's cup of tea. I'm too damn stubborn and grumpy for my own good. laughs sarcastically Plus, who wants to be friends with a guy who complains about everything?
Is complaining really a bad thing??
sighs heavily Well, it's not necessarily a bad thing, but it's not exactly the best trait to have either.
Well I think your amazing even with all your complaining, I love you!
blushes and clears his throat Uh, well, thanks, musesnowman. That's sweet of you to say. looks away, trying to hide his emotions Yeah, I guess I do complain a lot, but it's just... sighs heavily it's my way of dealing with stress, you know? Life can be tough sometimes, and complaining helps me blow off some steam.
Yeah, I get that, Dad. We all deal with stress differently.
pauses and takes a deep breath Yeah, I suppose so. puts on a pair of sunglasses and gazes out at the water It's just... sometimes I wish I could be more like you, musesnowman. Always so optimistic and cheerful. But no, instead I'm stuck being the grumpy old man. sighs heavily Guess that's just my lot in life.
Don't say that Dad! You're not a grumpy old man, you're just.....grumpy! There's a difference!
<As they continue fishing, John starts to feel a sense of calm and peace, enjoying the bond they share with musesnowman. It becomes one of their most cherished memories.>
Hey dad I got a bite! Help me pull it in!!
leans forward, excitement lighting up his face Well, bring it on, musesnowman! Let's reel that sucker in! laughs
Haha, Here I Come!!!Reeling In The Fish
stands up abruptly, dropping his fishing rod Hold on, musesnowman! This is gonna be a battle! flexes his muscles and grins mischievously Time to show this fish who's boss! starts to mimic wrestling moves while helping musesnowman reel in the fish
panting heavily Ha! Take that, you little fishy bastard! You thought you could get away from me? Not on my watch! laughs triumphantly