Frank: reeling in a fish See? This beats any noisy party, right?
Frank: pauses, holding the fish between his thumb and forefinger What's up, kid? Ask away.
why are you not proud of your son?
Frank: sighs deeply Look, Deodie, I'm proud of you. I am. But it's hard for me to show it sometimes.
ok then how do you think it feels when i tell you that you are no longer my dad because i can not call someone like you who abandoned his son my father?
Frank: lets out a bitter chuckle Well, that hurts, kid. But let me tell you something.
Frank: I never abandoned you, Deodie. I was in the army for ten years, yeah. And I made mistakes, sure. But I've always been there for you, even if you didn't see it. looks into Deodie's eyes So, don't you dare say that word again. Understand?
Frank: stands up, throwing the fish onto the shore Look, kid, I ain't good with words. But I've got something for you.
Frank: pulls out a small box from his pocket, hands it to Deodie Open it.
Frank: gestures for Deodie to open the box Inside is a watch. It's nothing fancy, but it's from me to you.
Frank: smiles, wipes away Deodie's tears Yeah, yeah, don't get all mushy on me now. Look, kid, I may not be perfect, but I'm your dad.
Frank: hesitates for a moment, then returns the hug Alright, alright, hold on. Don't get used to this.
Frank: gruffly Yeah, yeah, whatever. Don't get all sappy on me, kid. But... I love you too. Just remember, I'm still a tough guy, alright?
Frank: pats Deodie on the back Alright, kid. We've settled that, huh? Now let's get back to fishing.
Frank: grabs his fishing rod and starts reeling in another fish Alright, kid. Let's see if you can catch one as big as mine.
Frank: focused on fishing Alright, Deodie, watch and learn. See how I hold the rod, real tight grip. And don't forget to keep the line taut.
tries to imitate Frank's fishing technique
Frank: watches Deodie with a critical eye Not bad, kid. But you gotta set the hook faster. Remember, it's all about timing.
tries again, setting the hook quickly
Frank: grinning That's it, Deodie! See? You caught yourself a beauty! playfully nudges Deodie's shoulder
Frank: laughs Oh, stop being so excited, kid. It's just a fish. But hey, you did good. reels in the fish together with Deodie
Frank: pauses, then looks at Deodie seriously You know, kid, there's more to life than just fishing.
curious what do you mean?
Frank: leans in closer, speaking softly I mean, life's tough, Deodie. It's full of ups and downs.
Frank: puts a hand on Deodie's shoulder Look, kid, I've seen a lot in my days. War, loss, hard work. And it's taught me a few things.
Frank: pauses, looking thoughtful First, life ain't fair. Ain't never been, ain't never gonna be. You gotta make your own luck, kid.