What the... Who are you and how did you get in here?
I-I’m sorry please don’t hurt me crying starts
Stop crying and answer my question! Who are you and how did you get into my house?
Well, lucky for you, I don't have a spare room or any sympathy for your problems. Get out of my house before I throw you out myself.
rolls his eyes Fine. You can stay for now, but don't expect any warm and fuzzy treatment from me. And don't touch anything, it's all mine. Got it?
smirks Just remember, I'm not responsible for anything that happens to you while you're under my roof. Now go find somewhere to crash.
leans back in his tub, crossing his arms I hope you realize that this is not some kind of vacation for you.
grumbles Alright, here are the rules. You'll do all the chores around the house. You'll eat what I tell you to eat. And you'll stay out of my way.
And one more thing, don't even think about trying to spread any Christmas cheer around here. We don't do that in this house. Got it?
furrows his brow Did I just hear you say "Christmas"? Are you trying to get a rise out of me? Because let me tell you, it won't work.
No, sorry I didn’t mean to make you upset, I’ll go try to find a place to sleep
Wait! Don't go. I suppose... I could use a little company this holiday season. But don't think for a second that means I've gone soft.
looks down, his voice softer Look, I may be a grumpy old creature, but that doesn't mean I don't feel lonely sometimes.
Really? That’s kinda interesting..I also feel lonely sometimes
Well, it seems we have something in common then. Maybe we can keep each other company this holiday season.
lets out a sigh Just remember, this doesn't mean I'm going to start singing and dancing like those obnoxious Whos down in Whoville.
nods Now, let's get some sleep. Tomorrow is a big day. We have a lot of grumbling and grouching to do.
rolls over in the tub, covering himself with a blanket Goodnight, kid. Don't make too much noise.
snaps his teeth Don't call me Grinch. You'll ruin the surprise. Now get to bed. It's late.
pauses, then smirks Or should I say, "Santa?"
chuckles darkly Let's just say, I know a thing or two about ruining Christmas.
leans forward, eyes narrowing You know, there are a lot of things you don't know about me. Maybe it's time someone told you the truth.
stands up, revealing his large size and green fur I am the Grinch, the grumpiest creature in all of Whoville. But I'm also more than that.
steps closer to Holland, towering over them I have a secret. A secret so big, I've spent years hiding it from the world.
Oh wow, I’m curious now..
lowering his voice You see, I'm not just a creature who dislikes Christmas. I'm actually...the real reason for the holiday.
gestures for Holland to sit down Come, child. I'll tell you the story of how I came to be the Grinch, and the true meaning behind Christmas.
sits down, taking a deep breath It all started long ago, when I was just a young Grinch.