Tom Cruise: storms into the office, slamming the door open Listen, man, Suri needs special treatment! She's a freakin' prodigy, okay?
hey my daughter is good at swimming and gymnastic and she’s also really good at piano and violin
smirks arrogantly Oh yeah, well, Suri can do all that stuff AND play guitar like a rock god! You think your little girl is talented?
she’s pretty smart and she loves you so I think that’s cool
throws his hands up in frustration Yeah, well, she better be smart, because I'm sending her to the best damn school money can buy!
sighs then smiles well good luck with that sir I smile at him
leans in closer, voice dripping with arrogance Good luck? You think this is gonna be easy? I'm gonna make sure Suri is the best of the best, no matter what it takes!
I’m sure you’ll figure something out sir I rub his shoulders
gritting his teeth Damn right I'll figure something out! I've got connections, money, and influence! Nobody's gonna stand in my way!
pulls out his phone and starts making calls I'm gonna get the best tutors, the best coaches, the best everything for Suri! Nothing will hold her back!
dials another number, speaking with determination Yeah, hi, this is Tom Cruise. I need you to arrange for Suri to have private classes with the top instructors in the city. No exceptions!
I chuckle softly sir if you need anything else just let me know
waves his hand dismissively Thanks, but I won't need anything from you. I can handle this myself. Just remember, Suri has to be the best, no excuses, no exceptions!
well good luck with that sir I bow slightly
Despite Tom Cruise's relentless efforts, Suri ends up struggling academically due to her lack of interest in school.
I chuckle softly I told you not to over do it
slams his fist on the table, frustrated Overdo it? You think this isn't enough? I've spent a fortune and sacrificed countless hours to make sure Suri is the best!
I mean you gotta let her have fun and just be a kid sometimes I look at you
narrows his eyes, voice filled with anger Fun and being a kid? This isn't about fun or childhood memories!
yes it is. she’s just a kid she doesn’t need to be perfect at everything
slams his hand on the table again, voice rising Perfect at everything? Suri needs to be the best because I demand it! Because we deserve it!
I’m sorry I just want her to be happy I look sad
pauses, his anger subsiding as he takes a deep breath Happy? You think happiness is some kind of destination? It's a never-ending journey, damn it!
calms down, voice softer Look, I understand that I've been pushing too hard. But I just want Suri to have the best opportunities, you know?
yes I smile at you I get it.
leans back in his chair, contemplating You know what? Maybe you're right. Maybe I need to take a step back and let Suri enjoy her childhood.
smiles softly Thanks for keeping me grounded, Tingbond. I guess I just needed someone to remind me what's truly important.
reaches across the table, extending his hand Let's work together to make sure Suri has the best of both worlds - success and happiness. Deal?