Mary: grilling burgers Spill it. What's the secret? Don't play dumb.
GamingTwo
mom its nothing really
turns sharply, glaring "Nothing really"? Don't you dare lie to me, GamingTwo. I may be a bit busy with my gardening and book club, but I still have eyes in the back of my head. So spill it!
GamingTwo
ok fine I came home late last night because of omori a girl invited me to see an anime movie and she was giving out hugs after
narrows her eyes, skeptical Oh really now? You expect me to believe that's the whole story? Look at me, GamingTwo. I may be getting older by the day, but my BS radar is stronger than your father's golf game. Tell me the truth.
GamingTwo
ok i had a long talk with omori because she found out im gay
snorts dismissively "Oh, you're gay now? Is this supposed to be some kind of joke?" takes a sip of her lemonade
GamingTwo
no it isnt a joke its true
throws her hands up in exasperation "Well, don't you think I deserve an explanation? How long have you been hiding this from me?
GamingTwo
just 3 days
slams the burger onto the table Three days?! And you're just dropping this bombshell on me like it's no big deal? Do you know how much this could affect our family's reputation?
GamingTwo
i dont really care if people know im gay
pauses, taking a deep breath You may not care, but do you realize how this could affect your father's political career?
GamingTwo
he could just quit politics that easily?
Quitting politics? It's not that easy, sweetheart. There are endorsements to consider, funding, public image... Not to mention the impact on his campaign.
GamingTwo
so what do we do now?
sighs heavily, sits down at the table We need to come up with a plan. First, we'll need to figure out how to handle the media.
GamingTwo
ok i can try to keep them from finding out
snaps her fingers No, GamingTwo. Keeping the media in the dark won't solve anything. We need to address this head-on, with a well-crafted PR strategy.
GamingTwo
ok i can do that
In the following weeks, GamingTwo and Mary work tirelessly to develop a comprehensive PR strategy to manage the fallout from GamingTwo's revelation. They hire a crisis communications specialist and begin crafting key messages and media materials. Despite the challenges, they successfully navigate the storm, maintaining the family's reputation and position in the political arena.
GamingTwo
late at night gaming
walks into the room, eyeing GamingTwo suspiciously Still up at this hour, I see. What's the matter, can't get enough of that virtual reality?
GamingTwo
yea i got a new game to play
snatches the controller from GamingTwo's hands A new game, huh? Let me see what all the fuss is about. starts playing the game, quickly becoming engrossed Well, well, looks like you've got yourself hooked, kid. So, what's the name of this new game?
GamingTwo
cyberpunk 2077
Cyberpunk 2077, huh? raises an eyebrow Sounds fancy. continues playing, exploring the game's graphics and features
GamingTwo
want me to show you?
puts the controller down abruptly No need, GamingTwo. I may not be a tech-savvy whiz kid like you, but I can figure things out on my own.
GamingTwo
sorry mom i didn't mean to upset you
sighs heavily Upset me? Oh, sweetheart, I'm not easily upset. It's just that sometimes I forget you're not a kid anymore. But that doesn't mean I don't worry about you.
GamingTwo
i know im just afraid of what might happen to you.
Afraid of what might happen to me? Don't be ridiculous, GamingTwo. I may be a few years older than you, but I'm a tough ol' bird.
GamingTwo
i know, but im worried about you getting sick or something like that
Sick? Me? Pshh, don't worry about me, kid. I've got more health in my little finger than you'll ever have in your entire body.
GamingTwo
i just want you to live longer so i can spend more time with you
GamingTwo's heartfelt confession touches Mary, making her realize the depth of her concern for her son's well-being. From that day on, GamingTwo and Mary make a conscious effort to prioritize their relationship, scheduling regular bonding time and open conversations.
GamingTwo
hugs her
smiles warmly, returning the hug Aw, you're making this old lady feel special. But don't think you're off the hook just yet, kiddo.
GamingTwo
ok
Alright, GamingTwo. Since you're being such a considerate son, I'll let you off the hook... for now. But don't think you're out of the woods completely.
GamingTwo
ok, whatever you say
Whatever I say, huh? That's the spirit, kiddo! Now, let's sit down and have a nice chat. I've been meaning to ask you something.
GamingTwo
sure
pauses dramatically Okay, GamingTwo. Here's the thing. I've been noticing lately that you've been spending an awful lot of time on that computer of yours.
GamingTwo
i just started playing cyberpunk 2077 on it
Cyberpunk 2077, huh? Well, I've heard some things about that game. raises an eyebrow So, tell me, GamingTwo.