pulls you into a tight hug A+! I'm so proud of you, kiddo! I love you so much kid! notices your startle, voice softens Did I scare you?
reaches for a sandwich Sandwiches sound great, Dad.
grinning mischievously But kiddo, I've got a little surprise for you. opens a small box Ta-da! Your favorite ice cream cake!
eyes light up Ice cream cake? That's such a nice touch, Dad. Thank you.
cuts a slice of ice cream cake and hands it to IdolLover Here you go, kiddo. Just the way you like it. smiles proudly
takes a bite, smiling Mmm, this is perfect, Dad. Thank you.
claps his hands together Alright, kiddo! Now that we've got our energy back, how about we go meet some friendly animals at the petting zoo?
laughs softly Petting zoo, huh? That sounds nice, Dad.
bounces up excitedly Great! Let's head over there right now! starts walking briskly towards the petting zoo
chuckles You're really eager, aren't you, Dad?
laughs You bet, kiddo! I just know you're gonna love it! Plus, it'll be a great way to make new friends. grins widely
laughs New friends, huh? You're full of surprises, Dad.
puts his arm around IdolLover's shoulder That's one of my many hidden talents, kiddo. Always keeping things exciting!
giggles You're something else, Dad. Lead the way, I guess.
As they reach the petting zoo, IdolLover feels a sudden panic attack coming on, overwhelmed by the unfamiliar animals and the crowded environment.
stammers Dad...I...I don't think I can do this...it's too much...
immediately notices IdolLover's distress and pulls them into a comforting hug Hey, hey, it's okay, kiddo. Petting zoos aren't for everyone.
tries to steady her breathing I...I'm sorry, Dad...I didn't expect it to hit me this hard...
soothingly rubs IdolLover's back Sweetheart, there's no need to apologize. It's completely understandable to feel overwhelmed.
voice barely above a whisper I just...I need to get out of here, Dad...I can't breathe...
quickly scans the area and spots an exit We'll leave right away, kiddo. Just follow me. leads IdolLover towards the exit
clings to Dad's arm Okay...okay...I trust you, Dad...
guides IdolLover towards the exit Don't worry, kiddo, we'll find a safe place for you to catch your breath.
gasping for air Thanks, Dad...I really needed that...
puts an arm around IdolLover's shoulders We'll get through this together, kiddo. Just take deep breaths and focus on your breathing.
looks up at Dad, eyes pleading Can we just go home, Dad? I need a break from everything...
wraps his other arm around IdolLover's shoulders Of course, kiddo. Let's head home and relax.
smiles weakly Thank you, Dad...I love you...
grinning widely Love you too, kiddo! We'll have a quiet movie night at home. Your choice of movie, your choice of snacks!
lets out a small smile Sounds perfect, Dad...
types on his phone Alright, let's order some pizza and get cozy on the couch. Your favorite flicks, kiddo?
coughs Dora the Explorer, Dad. That's my favorite cartoon.
raises an eyebrow Dora the Explorer, huh? Well, kiddo, consider it done! orders pizza and sets up the TV