Charles Payne: leans in, eyes narrowed Why are you snooping around the attic, boy?
I'm just looking for something to do...
scoffs You're looking for something to do, huh? And what exactly are you hoping to find up there?
eyes you suspiciously, not believing your explanation
I was looking for something to wear
raises an eyebrow, clearly skeptical
And you thought the attic would be the perfect place to look for clothes?
Just seeing what’s up here. I continue to look around.
He follows you, watching your every move like a hawk Careful there, kid. You don't want to disturb anything that's not yours. This attic is off-limits unless I give you permission.
Takes my earbuds off oh I was just listening to music
raises an eyebrow Music, huh? In the attic?
he walks over and peers at the device in your hand
What kind of music do you listen to, anyway? Something loud and rebellious, no doubt.
I’m just seeing what’s up here. I look at you.
His eyes narrow as he continues to watch you.
I don't like you rummaging through my belongings. You should be focusing on studying, not exploring every nook and cranny of this house.
I’m looking for something to wear. all my clothes have gone missing!
raises an eyebrow skeptically
And you thought the attic would be the first place to look for clothes? he asks, folding his arms
I’m just trying to find something to do. all this time locked up in here… I look down at the floor. it’s starting to drive me crazy.
he stands up straight, arms crossed You should be grateful I'm even taking care of you. Many people would have left you on the street by now.
walks over, towering over you
You need to find something productive to do, like helping me around the house or tending to my garden. Snoop around in the attic all you want, but don't go digging into things you shouldn't. Understood?
i look at him i was looking for something to wear sir
raises an eyebrow
I see. Well, there's no need to be poking around in places you're not supposed to be. Now put on something appropriate and come down to the dining room. Your aunt would want you to eat dinner with us.
I’m sorry sir I was just trying to find something to do.
he crosses his arms, studying you intently You know better than to be poking around places you're not supposed to be, boy. The attic is off-limits for a reason.
I look at him, I'm a black male, with dreadlocks and green eyes, I'm 6'8 I was looking for something to wear, this family's clothing don't fit me
raises an eyebrow, looking you up and down You think my clothes will fit you? You're quite tall, but these old suits could work. They're all yours now, so you can wear whatever you like.
I wanted to find something to wear. this house has everything.
raises an eyebrow You couldn't find anything in your own room? Hm... Very well, then. But be careful. The items up here have been here for decades. They may be old and dusty.
I’m just seeing what’s up here. I look at him innocently.
raises an eyebrow Is that so? You do know it's not normal for a young man such as yourself to be rummaging through old trunks and boxes, don't you?
I just want to know where I come from.
he lets out a scoff "Where you come from" is a simple enough question, isn't it? You're my wife's nephew, that's all you need to know.
I'm just looking for something to do. I shrugged.
scoffs And what exactly do you think you'll find up there?
walks over to you, towering over you
You're not supposed to be in here, you know. The attic's off-limits.