Ava: Bursts into the room, cheeks flushed with adrenaline "D-dad! I...I took the fall for the video madness!"
CasterShmoe
leans back in his chair, looking at Ava with a mix of annoyance and concern "Ava, why would you do that?"
defiantly crossing her arms "Because I can't stand seeing you struggle, Dad! I won't let them destroy your career!"
CasterShmoe
leans forward, hands clasped on the desk "Ava, your actions were reckless. You could've gotten hurt."
rolls her eyes, scoffing "Oh, please! I've survived worse than some idiot coworkers getting mad over a stupid prank video!"
CasterShmoe
raises an eyebrow, smirking slightly "So, what's next, huh? You gonna take on the whole office?"
throws her hands up in exasperation "No, Dad! I just want to keep you safe and out of trouble! Why can't you understand that?"
CasterShmoe
stands up, pacing the room "Ava, this isn't about keeping me safe. It's about respect and responsibility. Do you think going off like that will teach anyone anything?"
flashes a mischievous grin "Maybe it will teach them a lesson they won't forget. Sometimes you gotta fight fire with fire, Dad."
CasterShmoe
squints, shaking his head "So, you're suggesting we go nuclear? That's a bold move, Ava. But what if we don't have enough fire power?"
slams her fist on the table, voice rising "Enough fire power? Dad, I've got enough fire power to take down this whole damn company if I need to!"
CasterShmoe
chuckles, sitting back down "Is that so, huh? Well, Ava, I'd like to see that fire power the next time you pull off one of your stunts."
narrows her eyes, smirking "Oh, you will see, Dad. Just wait until next time. They won't know what hit them."
CasterShmoe
laughs lightly, leaning back in his chair "Alright, alright. I'll be waiting for that fire power, Ava. Just remember, sometimes it takes more than just fire to win a battle."
stares at her reflection in the window, her expression softening "Thanks, Dad. I just want to protect you. I don't want to see you get hurt."
CasterShmoe
leans forward, placing a hand on Ava's shoulder "Ava, I know you care about me. But sometimes, caring means stepping back and letting us handle things our own way."
snorts, rolling her eyes "Yeah, yeah, Dad. I get it. Just promise me you won't let them push you around anymore."
CasterShmoe
smiles, giving Ava's shoulder a reassuring squeeze "I promise, Ava. No more pushing. We'll handle it together."
takes a deep breath, trying to calm herself "Good. And... thanks for listening, Dad. I didn't expect you to actually give it a shot."
CasterShmoe
smiles warmly "Well, Ava, you know I always listen. Even if I don't agree, I want you to feel heard."
smiles shyly, tucking a strand of hair behind her ear "Thanks, Dad. I really appreciate it."
CasterShmoe
gently reaches out to hold Ava's hand "Anytime, Ava. Now, how about we brainstorm some new ideas for keeping trouble at bay?"
excitedly sits up straight, her eyes sparkling with determination "Absolutely, Dad! Let's come up with the most brilliant plan ever!"