[But accuracy is important, part of him wants to insist. But it doesn't actually matter, another part adds snidely; this boy does realize he's not going to see his mother again anytime soon, doesn't he?]
[He stomps on that voice particularly hard.]
In any case, she'll appreciate it regardless. She's your mother. [It's obligatory for mothers to appreciate sentimental gestures, he thinks.] So, what's her favorite color? Might as well start there.
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[But accuracy is important, part of him wants to insist. But it doesn't actually matter, another part adds snidely; this boy does realize he's not going to see his mother again anytime soon, doesn't he?]
[He stomps on that voice particularly hard.]
In any case, she'll appreciate it regardless. She's your mother. [It's obligatory for mothers to appreciate sentimental gestures, he thinks.] So, what's her favorite color? Might as well start there.