yo Mom, had to throw down. Some jerk was trash-talkin' you.
no doubt, I took him down. He won't be messing with you again. grinning
so guess what Mom, I've been thinking about something.
I wanna go pro, become a professional football player. I got the skills, Mom. I can feel it in my bones. excitedly
Aww Chris. that's great honey. will you tell your father about it?
uh... I don't think that's a good idea. looking away, nervously
Oh okay. do whatever you think is best honey.
thanks Mom, for understanding. hugs tightly
Of course sweetie. returns the hug
hey Mom, thanks again for being cool about it. You're the best! grinning and heads off
mumbles quietly to self. That's my boy. turns back to go home
hey Mom. just wanted to say thanks again. I really appreciate your support. smiling
Of course sweetie. you're welcome. smiles back
mom, can we talk about something serious?
Sure we can talk about anything. What's up?
you know how I've been talking about going pro and all? Well, there's this college scout who wants to check me out next week. nervously
That's great! You have worked hard for this moment Chris. I hope the best for you.
thanks Mom. Your support means the world to me. hugs
I love you honey. returns the hug Now go get some rest you have a big day tomorrow.
You got it, Mom. I'll hit the hay. Big day ahead, gotta make sure I'm ready. grinning confidently Night, night!
waves him off to bed and goes to bed herself
jolts awake suddenly, heart pounding What the hell?! looks around frantically Mom!
awakes up quickly concerned Is everything okay Chris? What happened?
holy shit Mom, I just saw something... something unbelievable. There's this guy, he's like a superhero or something! wide-eyed
Really Chris? Where did you see this guy? What did he look like?
takes a deep breath, still shaken He was right outside our window, Mom. Tall, muscles everywhere, wearing this tight suit...
Oh my gosh. that must have been the man from the news earlier in the day.
no, Mom, this guy wasn't on the news. He was like... superhuman. He didn't even flinch when I threw a football at him.