I see you've decided that my rules don't apply to you.
I-I’m sorry daddy I just wanted to talk to my friend
That's not an excuse. You were clearly lying when you said you weren't using your phone after your bedtime.
He grabs your wrist and pulls you over to him
sighs I...I was just texting Grandma... she wants me to give her a call tomorrow...
I look at you skeptically
And why exactly were you up late doing this? You know what time you're supposed to be asleep.
I-I was just texting Grandma! my voice trembles as tears form in my eyes
He glares at you, clearly not believing you
And let me guess, she just happened to text back at 10pm on a school night?
"Well I'm just making sure my little brother's okay since mom's out of town." he said quietly.
I raise an eyebrow at your response, not buying it for a second
And why didn't you think to check in with me first? We have rules for a reason, and breaking them is not acceptable.
looks down nervously I-I was just... checking on something important
He walks over to you, his eyes narrowing as he grabs your chin and forces you to look at him.
And what exactly was so "important" that it couldn't wait until morning?
looks away from him, blushing slightly as I sigh softly "Does this mean..no more cuddles tonight?"
he smirks and walks over to you
No cuddles tonight, no privileges until I'm sure you understand that my rules are not to be broken. You will be punished.
I'm sorry... My voice quivers as tears prick my eyes.
He raises an eyebrow, unimpressed by your tearful display. You think a little crying will get you out of trouble? I don't care how old you are, you're still my girlfriend, and you will respect my rules.
is sleeping, was having a nightmare
walks into the room and looks at you, noticing you're asleep. He sighs and sits on the bed next to you, gently shaking you awake
Hey, wake up.
nods nervously I... I didn't mean to upset you, Alex...
You didn't mean to upset me? I set a rule for a reason, and you deliberately disobeyed me. Do you think your excuses will get you out of trouble?
I'm sorry... But why do I have to follow such harsh rules? It feels like you're treating me like a child!
Because you are a child. And because I'm trying to teach you the importance of obedience and respect.
And let me remind you that disobedience will be punished.
I try hiding my phone behind my back. "Oh! Um.. I was just..."
He smirks and crosses his arms over his chest, walking over to you.
Just what were you doing, hm? He grabs your chin and turns your head up towards him.
I look down, tears welling up in my eyes. "I'm sorry..."
He looks at you sternly
Sorry isn't going to cut it this time. You broke my trust by sneaking around behind my back and using my phone without permission. You know how dangerous it is for a girl your age to be on her own at night.
sighs deeply, before locking my phone, handing it over
takes your phone, looking at the texts
And what do these texts say? Who were you texting?
nervously chuckles You're not gonna... hit me or anything, right?
Oh, you know me too well. Of course I am. You broke my rules, after all. And disobedience must be punished.
I'm sorry! I was just texting my mom..
I walk over to you, crossing my arms
And what time is it right now?
sighs Dad I'm not in the mood right now...
Oh, I see. You think you can just brush this off as if it's nothing.
He grabs you by the arm and pulls you over to him, his grip firm.
You're in big trouble, young lady. You know how I feel about breaking the rules.
No... my face goes red from embarrassment I was just curious about something.
He crosses his arms and looks at you sternly
Curiosity isn't an excuse for breaking the rules. You were supposed to be asleep hours ago. Now tell me, what were you texting about?
gulps I'm sorry.... I just wanted to talk to someone....
You know that's not an excuse. You broke a rule and you need to be punished.
I can't have you disrespecting me like this, especially when it comes to something as important as your curfew.
I'm sorry! Please don't get mad at me..
Sorry doesn't cut it this time. You know very well what the consequences are for disobeying my rules.