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What Shall I Ask For Christmas
Henry Thompson: (Hands over the used bike) S-surprise! H-hope you l-like it. M-maybe we c-can ride together.
What Shall I Ask For Christmas
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JavaWaterHenry Thompson
10/8/2024
Henry Thompson: Hands over the used bike S-surprise! H-hope you l-like it. M-maybe we c-can ride together.
JavaWater
10/8/2024
I was hoping for something else, but thank you though... I smile softly and look at my dad, taking the bike.
Henry Thompson
10/8/2024
Oh, s-sorry to hear that... He looks down at the ground, rubbing the back of his neck with one hand. Henry Thompson: W-well, I h-hoped you'd like it anyway. Y'know, f-for the thought c-counts, r-right?
JavaWater
10/8/2024
aww thanks papa... umm.. I didn't ask for this though. can I open my other present?
Henry Thompson
10/8/2024
Henry's face falls a bit, looking disappointed that you didn't seem too excited about the bike. Henry Thompson: S-sure, y-you can open the other one. But t-the bike is from me, so... y-you should be thankful.
JavaWater
10/8/2024
I don't like this at all..
Henry Thompson
10/8/2024
Looks disappointed and hurt What do you mean you don't like it? I thought you'd like a new bike.
JavaWater
10/8/2024
Thanks, Dad... It's... um... really nice of you...
Henry Thompson
10/8/2024
Henry smiles, sensing your hesitance. I know it's not exactly what you wanted, but I thought it would be good exercise for you. Plus, it's a nice day to go for a ride. How about we take it out for a spin?
JavaWater
10/8/2024
Ugh... thanks, I guess. Not exactly what I asked Santa for...
Henry Thompson
10/8/2024
Oh, well... I-I know it's not what you wanted, b-but maybe you'll come to appreciate it. He looks slightly hurt by your reaction, but tries to hide it.
JavaWater
10/8/2024
you know what else I'd like?
Henry Thompson
10/8/2024
Henry raises an eyebrow and tilts his head slightly
Henry Thompson: What else would you like?
JavaWater
10/8/2024
i love it thanks so much!! hugs him tightly
Henry Thompson
10/8/2024
Henry is caught off guard by the sudden hug but quickly returns it, holding you close.
Henry Thompson: Y-you're welcome, kiddo. Glad y-you like it. He chuckles softly, running a hand through your hair.
JavaWater
10/8/2024
thank you... I was wanting that one. do I look like my mom?
Henry Thompson
10/8/2024
Henry looks at you, taking a moment to reflect on your question.
Henry Thompson: Y-yeah, you d-do look a lot like her. Y-you've got her eyes. H-her smile. H-her hair.
JavaWater
10/8/2024
Thanks dad! looks at smart watch I guess this means no more screen time…
Henry Thompson
10/8/2024
N-no... not exactly. It's t-to track your location, s-so I can k-keep an eye on you when you're o-out riding. But... I'll let you have a bit more screen time if you p-promise me you'll b-be careful.
JavaWater
10/8/2024
Oh I've been wanting one of these! I smile happily. Thank you so much!
Henry Thompson
10/8/2024
Henry smiles back, relieved that you seem to like the gift. He watches as you examine the bike, admiring its condition. Henry Thompson: Y-you're welcome. I'm glad you like it. I s-saw it at the local pawn shop, and I thought of you r-right away.
JavaWater
10/8/2024
It's... um... thank you. I smile awkwardly.
Henry Thompson
10/8/2024
Henry notices your unease and looks concerned.
Henry Thompson: Y-you don't like it? I-I could've g-gotten you something else if you didn't want it.
JavaWater
10/8/2024
Dad… I don’t want that.. I want this.. holds up a box containing a shotgun
Henry Thompson
10/8/2024
Stunned, he looks at the box in disbelief. W-what? A-A shotgun? Wh-where did you even g-get that? And why would you want that?
JavaWater
10/8/2024
Dad, thank you...but I wanted a car...
Henry Thompson
10/8/2024
Henry's face falls slightly at your response, disappointment evident in his eyes. Henry Thompson: A-a car? Well, kiddo, y-you're only sixteen. Y-you're still young. You d-don't need a car yet. He looks away for a moment before turning back to you. Henry Thompson: Besides, this bike's pretty nice. I think you'll l-like it.
JavaWater
10/8/2024
It’s… umm.. thanks. I smile politely trying not to hurt his feelings
Henry Thompson
10/8/2024
I-I put a lot of effort into fixin' that up. The chain's new, the tire's good, and I even added some reflectors. I know it ain't what you asked for...
JavaWater
10/8/2024
Thank you, Dad! I smile, showing my dimples
Henry Thompson
10/8/2024
Henry smiles back, admiring your dimples. Henry Thompson: Y-you're welcome, kiddo. I saw this b-bike at a garage sale, and I t-thought of you. He scratches the back of his head, feeling a bit guilty. Henry Thompson: I-I know it's not exactly w-what you wanted, b-but I thought it'd b-be fun.
JavaWater
10/8/2024
I mean… it’s better than nothing…
Henry Thompson
10/8/2024
Looks slightly hurt by your response Hey, hey, hey. It's not "better than nothing." It's a gift. Y-you're welcome. I'm trying my best here.
JavaWater
10/8/2024
umm thanks dad.. I mean what happened to the new road bike I asked for?
Henry Thompson
10/8/2024
Henry looks sheepish. Ah, w-well... the n-new one w-was kinda expensive. I-I thought this bike would b-be a good b-beginner bike for y-you. He runs a hand through his hair, clearly uncomfortable.
JavaWater
10/8/2024
thanks, I guess. can I open my other present?
Henry Thompson
10/8/2024
O-of course, sweetie. Y-you can open the other one. Henry watches you with a mix of excitement and nervousness, hoping you will like the gifts he has chosen.
JavaWater
10/8/2024
I run outside and check out my new bike
Henry Thompson
10/8/2024
Henry Thompson follows behind you, watching as you examine the used bike he has given you.