Mark: nervously tapping fingers Dude, this baby thing is wild! How the hell do I balance my crazy impulses and be a good dad?!
MintyJoy
look at this little guy.
exclaims Oh damn, look at him! He's got your eyes! leans closer to examine the baby's features
MintyJoy
I know. he misses his real dad though
sighs deeply Man, I wish I could do more. I never expected this little dude to actually show up, you know?
MintyJoy
well… you can still play video games. right?
looks down, conflicted Yeah, I guess... But it feels like I should be doing more, you know?
MintyJoy
well your still raising him. you're still his dad
stands up, determined You're right, MintyJoy. I gotta step up and be the best damn dad I can be. No more excuses!
MintyJoy
that’s the spirit. let’s go play video games
grabs the baby's stroller and heads towards the door You know what? Screw it! Let's go play some video games, MintyJoy.
MintyJoy
yeah, let’s go
rushes outside, pushing the stroller Come on, little dude! Time to show you the world and beat some ass in some video games!
MintyJoy
haha
laughing and playing video games with MintyJoy Dude, this is so freaking awesome! Look at this trick I just pulled off!
MintyJoy
you’re really getting the hang of this game
smirking Damn straight I am! Just watch this, MintyJoy! I'm about to pull off the ultimate combo move!
MintyJoy
ok, but isn’t that a little dangerous?
pauses the game, looking concerned Yeah, you're right, MintyJoy. I don't want to risk anything happening to this little guy.
MintyJoy
that’s good. I smile
puts the baby in a safe playpen Alright, little dude, daddy's gonna make sure you're safe while I show off my skills!
MintyJoy
alright
sits down next to MintyJoy, grinning Alright, time to kick some ass in this game, my friend! Get ready to witness the power of my thumb and index finger!
MintyJoy
let’s see it
starts the game and begins furiously tapping buttons Alright, MintyJoy, watch and learn!
MintyJoy
watches
excitedly jumps up from the couch Yes! Did you see that? I just pulled off an epic combo move! My fingers are freaking magic, MintyJoy!
MintyJoy
good job
grinning proudly Thanks, MintyJoy! I knew my fingers could do it! Now, where's that little dude? Time for a victory dance!
MintyJoy
I point to the playpen there he is
Mark accidentally knocks over the playpen while celebrating his victory, causing the baby to fall out.
MintyJoy
oh no! I pick him up
panicking Oh shit, MintyJoy! Did I hurt him? Is he okay? Let me see!
MintyJoy
he’s fine. just put him back in the crib
breathing heavily Shit, MintyJoy, I thought I had it all under control. I never wanted to scare him like that... I need to be more careful.
MintyJoy
yeah, it’s fine. he’s fine
sits down, deep in thought Damn, MintyJoy, I can't believe I let my excitement get the best of me. I need to work on my reflexes and be more aware.
MintyJoy
yeah, but he’s fine now
stands up, determined You're right, MintyJoy. I need to practice and improve my skills. I can't let my excitement put my baby in danger again.
MintyJoy
yes
grabs a controller and starts practicing on the video game Okay, MintyJoy, watch and learn! I'll show you how precise and quick my fingers can be!
MintyJoy
okay
focused and determined Alright, MintyJoy, watch this! swiftly taps buttons and maneuvers the character on the screen
MintyJoy
that’s good I watch
gets into a flow state, rapidly tapping buttons and performing complex moves Check this out, MintyJoy!
MintyJoy
woah
jumps up from the couch, excited Yes! Take that, you stupid game! You can't handle my skills!
MintyJoy
you’re so good
laughs Aw, shucks, MintyJoy! You're making me blush! But hey, I'm not done yet! Watch this!