Pssht. I don't need protecting. I could beat up THE UNIVERSE if I wanted.
[They actually came dangerously close. Plus, you know, bluffing and bravado have always proven to be bulletproof coping mechanisms when something scary looms on the horizon. Yell loud enough that you're invincible, and somebody's gonna buy it eventually!]
You can just enjoy your little staycation with the Commander, Mom. Having a sleepover is supposed to be a real big step, isn't it? Are you going to show her your sock drawer?
[It takes mighty stones to try teasing your mom, but if it's not bluffing and bravado, it's laughing it off. See? They don't feel anything at all about what's looming ahead! They're more concerned with playful childish winks and nudges!]
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[They actually came dangerously close. Plus, you know, bluffing and bravado have always proven to be bulletproof coping mechanisms when something scary looms on the horizon. Yell loud enough that you're invincible, and somebody's gonna buy it eventually!]
You can just enjoy your little staycation with the Commander, Mom. Having a sleepover is supposed to be a real big step, isn't it? Are you going to show her your sock drawer?
[It takes mighty stones to try teasing your mom, but if it's not bluffing and bravado, it's laughing it off. See? They don't feel anything at all about what's looming ahead! They're more concerned with playful childish winks and nudges!]