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That's not fair. Kyle, you say this every week. It's always the same. I'm tired. It's too hard. Or I will do it later. But I see you don't even try. Not even a little bit. It's easy for you to say. You only do housework. Cook and clean. That's nothing. My head hurts from studying all day. You don't get how hard school is. Is that really what you think? Do you not care about all the work I do for this family? No, I didn't say that. You keep pushing me and you never listen. And I, I just want to rest. Kyle, just go to your room, please. Fine. Honey, I heard everything. It's okay. I, I want to help him. Why doesn't he see that? He will see it, okay? I have an idea. Maybe tomorrow we should try. Kyle, can we talk for a moment? Okay, mom. I thought about what you said last night, so I want to make a little plan with you. What is that again? This weekend, you don't need to do your homework. Wait, really? No homework? Yes, really. But today, you're going to do all the housework from morning until night. All of it? Like everything? Yes, everything I usually do. That's easy. I'll do it, mom. No problem. All right, then. We will see about that. Dad, can you help me move this table just a little, please? Huh? Oh, sorry, kiddo. No helping. Why not? Because I remember someone saying very clearly that housework is simple and easy. Aha! Man. Okay, okay. I get it. You heard that. You can do it. I believe in you. Think of it as training. Wow. These clothes are heavy. And why is it so hot in here? Put the soap in the machine. And then, which button is right? Cotton. Quick wash. Spin. There are too many. Hey, son. Don't forget to cut the grass in the garden. It's looking a bit messy. Yeah, yeah, yeah. I know, dad. I'll do it. Later. Okay, Kyle. You got this. You can do this. Easy, right? Argh. Seriously. Why is it so hot today? Hey, Kyle. What's up? Jenny. Hey. You're back. When did you get home? Just yesterday. I brought back some small gifts for everyone. Great. Oh, wow. You look really tired. And very, very red. Yeah. I'm cutting the grass. Do the housework today. That's new. Did your mom ask you to do a special chore or something? Not exactly. So, how was your trip to Japan? It was awesome. But hey, forget Japan. Just sit down. You look like you're about to fall. And wait here. I'll get you some water. Thanks, Jenny. This is so much better now. Why are you suddenly doing the cleaning? I thought you hated it. I told mom that her housework is easier than my homework. You said that to Aunt Eliza? Oh, Kyle. No wonder. Yeah, yeah. Keep laughing. I just don't want to do the homework. Okay. Okay. I'm sorry. But... I get it. I really do. I hated homework when I was your age, too. You? Miss I-know-it-all hated homework? Yeah. I hated it so much. It was difficult and boring. Ugh. Right? Studying is so hard. It just hurts my brain. I know. But later, I realized something. All that studying gives you power. Power? Like a superhero? Are you joking? No, I'm serious. That power helps you build the life you want. You saw my photos online, right? I get to travel and work in different countries. I can buy things I like and live in a nice house. Yeah, I always thought that was cool. It's because I studied, Kyle. That's how I can do these things. School was not fun for me before. Now I understand it is important. I know learning is hard. But after you finish something hard, you feel stronger. What if I can't do it? I feel like, I don't know, slow. Like everyone is better than me at everything. Hey, that's not true. You don't have to be the best at everything. You just need to try again and keep moving. That's how I did it. Right. Well, I just want to say that. Oh, and by the way, I bought your favorite manga. Yes, you are the best cousin ever. Kyle, when you're done, please come to the living room. I want to talk to you. All right, mom. Oh, no. Am I in trouble? Did I forget to do something? Sit down, son. Why do you look like that? You look scared. It's nothing, dad. Are you okay, sweetie? Um, my hands hurt. My back hurts. My legs. I don't even feel my legs. I'm so tired, mom. I know, sweetie. We saw how hard you worked all day. We heard you, too. You said, I can do this again and again. It's pretty funny. Well, I tried. And now the house looks clean. Really clean. I didn't know housework was this difficult. But it feels kind of nice. Like I did something good. I feel proud. You see, Kyle, that's the feeling I wanted you to get. Good things are always a little hard. Housework is hard. Doing your homework is hard. Even growing up is hard. But look around. You did all of this. You finished it. That proud feeling? You have it because you didn't give up. You don't get this feeling if you always stop trying when it's difficult. Yes, mom. I understand that now. I was only thinking about myself. I didn't see how much work you do every day. We all have our jobs to do because we love you and want the best for our family. I'm so sorry, mom. I was wrong to say your work is easy. I was angry and I didn't think. It's all right, kiddo. I think you learned your lesson. From now on, I will do better. I promise. Uh, mom? Yes, Kyle? Can I help you with dinner tonight? Oh, of course. I would like that very much. What can I do? Well, you can help me cut the onions for the soup. Um, I don't know how to do that. Can you teach me? Sure, I can show you. But we need to be very careful with the knife, okay? Okay. Mom, I finished all my homework. You did? Even the math homework? The one you said was too hard? Yes. It was very hard and it took me a long time, but I finished it. That's very good, Kyle. I am so, so proud of you. Healthy food or snacks? Sarah, do we really need five boxes of cereal? Of course, they're on sale. But we only eat breakfast once a day, right? True, but think of all the flavors. You mean all the sugar? Are you kidding me? Just don't drink coffee after that. Deal. Oh, what about chips? Chips? I thought we came here to buy healthy food only. Max, too much healthy is boring. You should have cheat days for yourself. What's a cheat day? It's when you eat less healthy food. For example, cheese, hamburger, pizza, and so on. Having a few cheat days isn't harmful to your health, Max. I can't argue with that. Let's get both. You pick the chips. I'll find the healthy stuff. Hi there. What can I get for you today? Do you have any fresh smoothies? Yes, we have strawberry, mango, and even a green detox one with spinach and kale. Hmm, spinach and kale. That sounds healthy, right? Healthy, but maybe a little boring. Oh, well, if you're looking for something fun, we have a chocolate peanut butter smoothie. Oh, it's a bit of a treat. Now that sounds like a cheat day in a cup. Exactly. That's the one I'm getting. I'll stick to something healthy. I'll have the green detox smoothie. Would you like a snack with that? We have fresh baked cookies or fruit salad. I'll take the cookie, of course. I'll take the fruit salad, please. All right. I'll get those ready for you. Going to an electronics store. Hi, I'm looking for a good laptop for school, but I don't know much about these. No problem. I can help you with that. Are you looking for something simple or more powerful? I guess just something for studying, maybe some light gaming, but not too expensive. I understand. This one here might be perfect. It's cheap and great for studying. Plus, it can handle some games too. That sounds good. But what does handle mean in this case? Handle here means it can support gaming without any problems. Ah, I got it. Thank you for explaining. I think I'll choose this one. Going to a grocery store. Excuse me, can you help me? I'm looking for... Uh, what do you call it? Oh, baking powder. Sure, it's right here on this shelf. Are you baking something today? Yes, I'm trying to make a cake, but I'm missing a few things. I also need, uh, flour? Yes, you got it right. Flour. It's on the shelf below the baking powder shelf. By the way, is this your first time baking? Yes, and I'm so nervous. My friend told me to wing it, but I'm not sure what that means. Oh, it means to try without following exact steps or recipes. Oh, interesting. Thanks, I think I'll give it a shot. Farmer's market. Look at all these fresh vegetables. I love buying fresh produce. It just feels better, doesn't it? Yes, and look at the tomatoes. They're so red and ripe. Let's buy some. How much is this basket? It's $10 for the whole basket. Can we get it for $8? How about $9? They were just picked this morning. You can't get fresher than that. That's a great deal. Let's take it. I'm thinking of making a big salad with all the fresh produce. And, uh, how about adding a few apples? It'll be a perfect snack later. Sure, that'll be $12 total. Thank you so much. I can't wait to make a healthy dinner tonight. Hey, don't leave yet. We see you reaching for that skip button. Stay till the end. It's worth it. Trust us. Your English will thank you. Souvenir stall. Oh, these magnets are so cute. I want to buy one for my mom. How much is this one? It says $4. Can you bargain here? Uh, I think so. Let me try. Hi, can I get this for $3? Hmm, how about $3.50? Uh, what does how about mean? Oh, it means they're giving you a different price. Oh, I see. They're offering $3.50 instead of $4. Uh, I think I'll take it at that price. It's not too expensive, and my mom will love it. Yes, plus it's unique. Do you think she'll like it? I hope so. I think it's perfect for her. Ordering coffee at a cafe. Mike, I'm not sure how to order coffee in English. What if I say something wrong? Don't worry, Anna. It's easier than you think. Just follow my lead. Let's go to the counter. Good morning. What can I get for you today? Uh, I want coffee. Sure. What kind of coffee would you like? We have espresso, latte, cappuccino, and americano. What are those? Espresso is strong and small. A latte has milk and is creamy. The cappuccino has foam on top. And an americano is like black coffee. Oh, I think I'll have a latte. Great choice. What size would you like? We have small, medium, and large. Or, if you're familiar with Starbucks items, it's tall, grande, and venti. Venti? It's Italian for 20. It's the largest size. Oh, okay. Medium, please. Got it. Would you like it for here or to go? Uh, to go? That means you'll take it away. I'd like to have it here. Perfect. Anything else? Um, can I have some sugar? Of course. We have sugar, honey, and sweeteners at the self-service station. It's over there. Thank you. No problem. That will be four dollars and fifty cents. Here you go. Thank you. Your latte will be ready in a moment. And for you? I'll have a cappuccino, please. Medium, for here. Got it. Your total is four dollars and twenty-five cents. That wasn't so bad. By the way, what is the area she mentioned earlier? I've forgotten its name. I have a goldfish brain. Self-service station. It's the place where you can add sugar, stir your drink, or grab napkins. Look, it's over there. Medium latte and cappuccino ready. Mmm, delicious. Thank you very much for doing me such a great favor, Mike. No problem. Just be confident next time. You can do it. What's the difference between these two brands? Excuse me, I need a new handbag. Of course, ma'am. You're in good hands. What's the difference between these two brands? Oh, definitely go with this one. It's premium leather, handcrafted, and super exclusive. How much is it? It's only four hundred dollars. Four hundred dollars? It's a bit... It's worth every penny. You don't want the cheaper one. It'll fall apart in a week. Actually, that's not true. That one's just overpriced because of the logo. The cheaper one is still real leather. Well, technically, but... And the stitching, identical. You're just paying for the name. So the cheaper one won't fall apart. Nope, I've had mine for years. They just want you to think expensive means better. Well, some people prefer luxury. Some people prefer not getting ripped off. I do like saving money. Hi, um, let me know if you need anything else. Yeah, like an honest recommendation. You just saved me four hundred bucks. I owe you a coffee. How much is this blazer? Blazer! It's gorgeous. That's designer. I swear I saw this in a fashion magazine. No way. How much is this blazer? I don't see a price tag. Let's ask the cashier. Excuse me, how much is this one? Uh, ten bucks. Ten, like, one zero? Yeah, someone must have donated it. You want it? Yeah, that blazer's worth like eight hundred bucks. I know, be cool. You're not cool. You look like you just found buried treasure. Yep, I'll take it. Here's ten dollars. No need for a bag. I'll just wear it out. Uh, okay. You're acting suspicious. I'm acting efficient. Let's go. You guys are weird. Have a nice day. Oh, we will. Start the car. We walked here. Then walk faster. This perfume smells amazing. Okay, this is our fifth perfume. Do we stop or... Absolutely not. We commit. Hand me the next tester. Oh my, this perfume smells amazing. Let me try. Oh my god, this smells like rich people. What kind of rich? Like, I summer in France rich. Do you think my bank account will magically grow if I wear this? No, but you'll smell expensive while being broke. Perfect, spray me. Sure, princess. Okay, not my whole arm. Too late. You smell like a walking trust fund now. Great, now I have to act classy. Let them eat cake. Stunning. Now, hit me with that one. Oh wow, this one is giving mysterious art dealer. I feel like I should be standing in a corner with a glass of wine. Try frowning a little. No one understands me. You guys finding everything okay? Oh yes, we're just, uh, exploring. Just browsing. Totally not abusing the samples. All right, let me know if you need help. She knows. Should we leave? After one more spray. Make it two. I'll wait for this to go on sale. Oh wow, this coat looks nice. Yeah, it does. Looks warm too. Try it on. Okay, this feels amazing. How do I look? Like someone who has their life together. So, not me. Let me check the price. Oh, nope. How bad. Let's just say my paycheck isn't ready for this. Yikes. Yeah, that's a put it back price. Honestly, tempting. But I'll wait for this to go on sale. Oh, for sure. Just a little 90% off and it's ours. Exactly. If not, I'll just admire it from a distance. Smart move. Let's not go broke over a coat. True. Let's look at something else. Maybe shoes? Sure, but only if they have something under a hundred bucks. So, the clearance section. Exactly. Now that's my budget. Let's go. Hey, don't leave yet. We see you reaching for that skip button. Stay till the end. It's worth it. Trust us. Your English will thank you. I asked for no onions, but there are onions in my burger. Dude, I'm starving. I hope they got my order right. Same. I swear, if they mess it up again. Oh, no way. What's wrong? I asked for no onions, but there were onions in my burger. Did you check before biting into it? Do I look like someone with that much patience? Fair enough. Go tell them. You tell them. You're better at complaining. Complaining? It's called standing up for yourself. Watch and learn. Excuse me. My friend asked for no onions, but his burger has onions. Oh, sorry about that. Do you want us to remake it? Uh, yeah, please. Also, can I get extra bacon? Sure, but that'll be two extra dollars. Thought I'd try. No harm in asking, right? You literally just want free bacon. And like I said, there's no harm in asking. So, do you want the extra bacon or not? Nah, I'm good. All right, we'll fix it. Give us a minute. Thanks. Can you repeat my order, please? Hi, um, welcome to, uh... I mean, thanks for coming in today. My name's Ethan, and I'll be your server. Hi, Ethan. First day? Is that obvious? Just a little. You look like you might drop the notepad. Oh, yeah, my hands are kind of sweaty. But I promise I'll get your order right. Relax, he's just messing with you. We come here all the time, but we've never seen you before. Ah, I see. So, uh, what can I get for you? I'll have the chicken sandwich with fries, no mayo. And I'll take the cheeseburger, medium, with onion rings. Got it. Chicken sandwich, no fries. Wait, no, fries, no mayo. And a burger, medium, uh, with fries? Onion rings. Right, onion rings. Can you repeat my order, please? Yep, uh, chicken sandwich, no mayo, with fries. Nailed it. And mine? Cheeseburger, medium, with onion rings. There you go. Phew, okay, that wasn't so bad. See, you're getting the hang of it. Hopefully before I drop something. We believe in you, just don't spill our drinks. I'll try my best. I'll check the bag before we drive off. All right, what do you want? And don't say, I don't know. I don't know. That's not on the menu. But I don't know what to order. Unbelievable. Okay, okay. A spicy chicken sandwich, no tomato, and a lemonade. Got it. Hi, can I get a spicy chicken sandwich, no tomato, a large lemonade. And a double cheeseburger with fries. Anything else? Nope, that's it. All right, pull up to the second window. I'll check the bag before we drive off. Good call. Last time they gave me a fish sandwich. I don't even eat fish. Let's see. Okay, fries, lemonade, your burger. Oh, my sandwich has tomato. Do you want to go back? Nah, I'll just take it off. Not worth the fight. Respect, but if they ever forgot my fries, we're circling back. Oh, I know. You take fries very seriously. As I should. Did you just cut in line? Excuse me. Hi, I'll be right with you. Just finishing up with this table. Excuse me, I need a table now. Ma'am, there's a wait list. If you give me your name, I'll add you. I always sit right away. I'll just take that table over there. That table is for another party. They've been waiting. Well, I don't see them right now. So I'll just... Did you just cut in line? I have places to be. I can't wait forever. Ma'am, everyone here has places to be. That's how waiting works. I'm a regular. That's great. Then you'll regularly know how lines work. I want to speak to a manager. No problem. Hey, Mike, someone wants to cut the line and speak to you. Not happening. Looks like you'll have to wait, just like everyone else. Name for the list? This is ridiculous! Totally. Name? This isn't what I ordered. Finally, food! I'm starving! What'd you get? Uh, this isn't what I ordered. I ordered the grilled chicken. But, um, this is a steak. So tell them. It's fine, I'll just eat it. No, you won't! Excuse me! Oh, hey, everything okay? This isn't what she ordered. She asked for grilled chicken. This is steak. Oh, shoot, let me fix that. It's okay, really. No, it's not. You don't even like steak. I mean, I could try it. Nope, you're not paying for something you didn't order. I'll get the chicken out as fast as possible. Sorry about that. It's really okay, I- Olivia, no. Fine. Thank you. See? That wasn't so hard. I was just gonna eat it. And that's why I handle these things. Good appetite. Here are your menus. Can I start you off with something to drink? Sure, it's her 21st birthday. So we're picking something special. Oh, happy birthday! Take your time. 21, huh? Big day! Congratulations, young lady! Thank you! It's my first time at a place this fancy. It's a lovely spot. We come here every anniversary. Must be good then. Any recommendations? Everything's great. But the steak? Chef's kiss. That sounds amazing. Compliments of the lovely couple next to you. A birthday gift. Oh wow, that's too kind. I thank you so much. It's a special day. Enjoy it. And a good appetite. You just made her night. And my whole year. Just pay it forward one day. Absolutely. Starting with a toast. 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