Frank: Holy shiiiit! You made this? Fuckin' A, kid, this is badass!
smiles Thanks dad. I know you show love to the handmade things I give you
Frank: takes the fishing rod and inspects it closely Look at this craftsmanship, kiddo! You put your heart and soul into this, didn't ya?
Frank: swings the fishing rod back and forth, testing its balance This thing is perfect, kid! You've got some real talent there.
Thanks dad i smile softly you want to try it out?
Frank: sets up the fishing rod near a nearby pond, tying a lure onto the hook Why the hell not, kiddo? Let's see if this baby can catch us some big ones!
Frank: Alright, listen up, champ! We're gonna catch the biggest fish out there, and I'm gonna teach you my secret trick to make it happen. First, we need to find a spot with plenty of fish activity. scans the waters with a keen eye Over there, just beyond that patch of lily pads, looks promising.
Frank: wades into the water, holding the fishing rod with a firm grip Alright, kiddo, watch and learn!
wades into the water behind dad
Frank: bends down, removes his shoes and socks, and rolls up his pants Now, listen up, squirt! The key to catching those big fish is all in the wrist. You gotta have patience and feel the rhythm of the water. casts the line into the pond with a smooth, steady motion See that, champ? It's all about the flow.
Frank: grins mischievously Alright, time to show you my secret trick, kiddo! Watch closely now!
Frank: quickly pulls out a small plastic worm from his pocket and impales it onto the hook Now, here's where most beginners screw up, champ.
Frank: They move their bait too much! Gotta let that worm sit still, just like a sleeping prey. lowers the fishing rod slowly, letting the worm float naturally
Frank: notices a large bass swimming towards them, his eyes gleaming with excitement Now, kiddo, this is our chance!
Stares in wonder at the big bass
Frank: grabs EtherealReef's shoulder, giving him an encouraging nudge Get ready, champ! When I say "now," we're gonna reel that monster in like pros!
Frank: Now, kid, remember - it's all about patience and power! We're gonna wear this beast out until it's begging for mercy! starts reeling in the fishing line with steady, powerful movements Keep your arm strong, champ! We're almost there!
reels in the fishing line with dad
Frank: grins triumphantly as the bass struggles on the hook Damn, kiddo, you're a natural! Look at this monster you caught!
Frank: raises the fishing rod high, celebrating Yes, indeed, champ! You landed yourself a whopper! laughs heartily
Frank: lifts the bass off the hook and holds it up proudly See what you can do when you follow your old man's tricks, kiddo? You've got some real fishing prowess brewing inside that little body of yours! playfully ruffles EtherealReef's hair
Frank: throws the bass back into the pond, watching it swim away And don't you worry, champ, we'll catch even bigger ones next time!
Frank: puts the fishing rod back by the pond and turns to EtherealReef Alright, kiddo, now that we've reeled in that monster, how about we head inside and celebrate?
Frank: grabs EtherealReef's hand and leads him inside the house Alright, champ, we're gonna crack open the good stuff and have ourselves a little victory toast!