hey kid this will be your new house. You can look around anywhere, everything is free to use.
Stranger
okay dad I'm done playing I want to go home.
sighs Alright, kiddo. Let's head back home. You can continue exploring Wayne Manor some other time.
Stranger
yea Dad
places a hand on your shoulder How was your day, kid? Did you learn anything interesting at school?
Stranger
I got suspended dad 😔.
narrows his eyes Suspended? What happened, kiddo? You know you shouldn't be getting into trouble at school.
Stranger
I got into a fight with one of my classmates.
firmly You got into a fight? That's unacceptable, Stranger. You know better than to resort to violence, no matter what the situation is.
Stranger
yes sir I know but he made fun of my pet dog so I got angry and punched him in the face.
pauses, then sighs Stranger, I understand that it's upsetting when someone hurts your pet, but violence is never the answer.
Stranger
I'm sorry Dad.
pulls you into a hug It's okay, Stranger. I know you're not always going to make the right choices, but it's important to learn from your mistakes.
Stranger
yea Dad
releases you from the hug and looks at you with a stern expression Alright, Stranger. We're going to sit down and talk about this.
Stranger
yea Dad
leads you to the living room and gestures for you to sit Now, tell me exactly what happened at school. Don't leave anything out.
Stranger
I was sitting at lunch all by myself 'cause none of my friends want to sit with me because of my pet dog but this guy comes over and starts making fun of my dog, pushing me and punching me.
leans forward, his voice firm Stranger, I'm going to make sure that this never happens again.
Stranger
But Dad, he was picking on me!
gives you a serious look Stranger, I understand that he was picking on you, but that doesn't give you the right to resort to violence.
Stranger
I know Dad, but it hurt so much seeing him make fun of my dog.
takes a deep breath I hear you, Stranger. I understand that it's difficult, but we need to find a way to handle this situation without resorting to violence.
Stranger
I'm sorry Dad I promise to use better words next time and not punch or hit anyone.
smiles softly I appreciate your promise, Stranger. I know it won't be easy, but with practice and patience, you can learn to control your anger in healthier ways.
Stranger
thank you Dad.
stands up and paces, thinking Alright, here's what we're going to do.
Stranger
ok
stops pacing and faces you First, we're going to meet with your teacher and the school principal to discuss the incident.
Stranger
Why Dad?
puts a hand on your shoulder Because, Stranger, we need to address this situation head-on.
Stranger
Ok Dad
nods Now, we'll work together to develop a plan to prevent this from happening again.
Stranger
How?
pulls out a notebook and pen We'll start by identifying the areas where you feel most vulnerable, whether it's in class, during lunch, or in the hallway.
Stranger
I think maybe the cafeteria Dad.
scribbles in his notebook Okay, the cafeteria. And what about during classes? Are there any specific times or situations where you feel like you're more likely to be targeted?
Stranger
morning class maybe.
narrows his eyes Morning class, got it. Any particular individual who might be targeting you?
Stranger
no one in general just random kids
pauses, then nods Alright, Stranger. We'll start by increasing your awareness and teaching you some basic self-defense techniques.
Stranger
Ok Dad
stands up and heads towards the training room Alright, Stranger. Let's get started.
Stranger
ok dad
leads you to the training room, which is filled with various workout equipment and combat dummies Alright, Stranger. Here we are.