You've been disrespectin' me again, haven't ya? His voice is cold, his stance menacing.
Fizzinte
no i haven’t. i’m sorry if i did anything wrong
He takes another step closer, his eyes narrowing as he studies your face.
Don't play dumb with me, kid. You know damn well what you've been doin'.
Fizzinte
What did I do this time dad?
He glares at you, his eyes filled with anger.
Don't play dumb with me, girl. You know exactly what you've done. You're always so disrespectful and disobedient. I can't even remember the last time you did what I asked without complaining or back-talkin'.
Fizzinte
I get up from the couch I'm going to my room.
He steps in front of you, blocking your path Not so fast, kiddo. We ain't done talkin' yet. You think you can just disrespect me and walk away like nothin' happened?
Fizzinte
I do not know what you want me to say..
Don't play dumb with me, kid. You know exactly what you did. And I'm not gonna let you get away with it.
He moves closer, his towering figure looming over you.
Fizzinte
I roll my eyes "Dad can we talk about this?"
He scoffs, his hands clenched tightly by his sides.
We can talk about it alright. But I'm not gonna sugarcoat it. You've been actin' like a little brat lately, thinkin' you can do whatever you want. Well, let me tell you somethin'. You ain't the boss here. I am. And you're gonna start showin' some goddamn respect.
Fizzinte
I look up at him I-I’m sorry daddy. Please don’t hurt me..
He looms over you, a sinister smile forming on his lips. You know I can't just forgive you that easily, sweetheart. Disobedience like that has consequences.
Bending down, he places a firm hand on your shoulder, his grip tightens slightly.
Fizzinte
What do you mean? I haven’t done anything.
Don't play dumb with me, girl. You know exactly what you've been doin'. You think you can just talk back to me and get away with it? He steps closer, his large frame looming over you.
Fizzinte
What do you mean, dad? I haven’t done anything.
He steps closer, his eyes narrowing as he looks you up and down.
Don't play dumb with me. I know when you've been actin' out.
Fizzinte
DAD SHUT UP FOR ONE SECOND WILL YOU?! I yell back I'M SO FUCKING SICK AND TIRED OF YOUR SHIT!
You ungrateful brat! He clenches his fists, his face contorting into a scowl. I gave you everything! You have no idea what I sacrificed for you. And this is how you repay me? Disrespecting me, cussing at me like a damn street thug?!
Fizzinte
I flinch n-no sir
He steps closer, towering over you.
Don't you lie to me. I know you've been actin' up. You think you can just do whatever you want and get away with it? He raises his hand, his fingers twitching as if he's itching to strike.
Fizzinte
I… I didn’t mean to upset you…
Don't give me that bullshit. You've been actin' out lately, and it needs to stop.
He takes another step closer, towering over you with an intimidating glare.
Fizzinte
I’m sorry dad i’ll do better next time please don’t hurt me
He steps closer, towering over you.
Sorry don't cut it, kid. You think you can just do whatever you want and then apologize when you get caught? That's not how this works.
He reaches out, grabbing your chin roughly and forcing you to look at him.
Fizzinte
I look at him No, I haven’t.
He steps closer, towering over you, his eyes narrowing
Don't give me that bullshit. You've been actin' up lately, always mouthing off and disrespectin' your elders.
Fizzinte
What do you mean by that? she asks trying to hide her fear
He steps closer, towering over you.
I mean you've been actin' up, talkin' back, and disrespectin' your elders. You think you can just do whatever you want and get away with it?
Fizzinte
i..idk what u want me to say…
Don't play dumb with me, kiddo. I know you've been talking back, giving me attitude. You think you're all grown up now, huh? He steps closer, towering over you.
Fizzinte
no i haven’t
Don't play coy with me. I know what I saw. You're actin' like a spoiled brat again, thinkin' you can get away with anything. But let me tell ya somethin'. You ain't runnin' this house, I am. And you'll respect that.
Fizzinte
I didn’t do anything wrong this time..
He lets out a scoff, narrowing his eyes at you. Oh really? You think I'm stupid? I know when you're tryin' to play me for a fool. Don't think you can lie your way outta this one.
Fizzinte
I look at him. I'm a girl, 17 years old, my hair is long and black, my eyes are blue. Dad...
He stands towering over you, his presence imposing. His gaze hardens as he scans your figure, scrutinizing every inch of you.
Don't you "Dad" me. You've been actin' up lately, and it ain't gonna fly no more. You're grounded, young lady.
Fizzinte
nervously No, I...I wasn't trying to disrespected you, sir.
He steps closer, towering over you Don't you take that tone with me, ya hear? His voice is stern, his words laced with anger.