A couple of hours had slipped by as Greg and Cindy explored the limited offerings of Little television. Seated together on the small sofa within their habitat, they navigated the unfamiliar interface, scrolling through channels designed specifically for Littles. The screen flickered softly, casting a muted glow that illuminated their faces in the otherwise dim space. The programming was a curious blend—shows featuring Little actors portraying everyday events that, to them, had become anything but ordinary.
They settled on a sitcom titled “Habitat Happenings,” a lighthearted comedy about four Littles sharing life in a confined space. Laughter echoed from the speakers as the characters navigated humorous misunderstandings and the quirks of their miniature world. Greg found himself chuckling at a particularly clever joke, though a pang of melancholy accompanied it. The show’s attempt to normalize their situation only served to highlight the surreal reality they now faced.
Cindy glanced at him, her eyes reflecting a mix of amusement and resignation. “It’s strange, isn’t it?” she murmured. “Seeing our experiences turned into entertainment.”
He nodded thoughtfully. “It is. Though I suppose it’s meant to make us feel less alone.”
Before she could respond, the tablet Madison had provided chimed sharply, the sound cutting through the ambient noise of the sitcom. Greg, being the closest, reached over and picked it up. The device felt slightly oversized in his hands, its sleek surface cool to the touch. A notification flashed on the screen, a FaceTime call from Madison.
“It’s our daughter,” Greg remarked, though the comment was more habit than necessary. He hesitated for a fraction of a second before tapping the accept button, the familiar action now tinged with apprehension.
Madison’s face appeared on the screen, her expression a mix of impatience and mild irritation. Behind her, the bustling sounds of a school hallway buzzed, lockers clanging, distant chatter, footsteps echoing against tiled floors.
“What took you so long?” she demanded, her tone sharp. “You should be answering within a single ring. I’m way too busy to wait through four or five rings. You have literally nothing better to do than wait for me to need you. You should be standing by like good Littles.”
Greg felt a flush rise to his cheeks, a mixture of embarrassment and frustration. “Yes, Ms. Wessen,” he replied promptly, with Cindy echoing his response beside him. They exchanged a quick glance, both silently agreeing to tread carefully.
Madison’s gaze flickered between them. “Hi, Dad,” she said, her tone softening just a touch. “It’s good to have you back. You were missed. I assume Mom got you up to date on what you missed while you were vising Mckenzie?”
Greg suppressed a sigh, forcing a polite smile. “Yes, she did. I’m up to date.”
“Good,” Madison responded curtly. Her eyes narrowed slightly. “Then explain to me why I’ve dropped assignments into the folder for you to work on, and they haven’t been touched. What are you two doing over there? My homework is your priority. You’ll also be doing Krysi’s from now on as well. I’ve shared the folder with her, so she’ll be dropping in her own assignments.”
She turned away momentarily, speaking to someone off-camera, snippets of conversation indicating she was multitasking.
Cindy leaned forward, concern etching lines on her forehead. “We’re sorry, Ms. Wessen,” she interjected gently. “We didn’t realize you had already added work. We’ll be more attentive from now on.”
Madison’s attention snapped back to them. “Good,” she said tersely. Then her gaze settled on Greg, a hint of disapproval evident. “Also, Dad, why are you speaking into the tablet? You should be getting your direction from Mom, and I should be speaking to her. This is afterall her chore that you are just assisting with. I thought Trina explained this to you two already. I have to get to my next class, I don’t have time for this. You need to do better and start on my homework immediately. It’s still not even opened yet.”
Greg felt a knot tighten in his stomach. “Ms. Wessen,” he began cautiously, “we’re talking to you on the tablet. We can’t work on your homework at the same time.”
Madison rolled her eyes dramatically. “You can double-tap to the home screen and open the folder while I talk to you. That’s basic knowledge. Oh my god, my Littles can’t even operate a tablet properly. This is so embarrassing.”
A voice murmured something from her side, Brooklyn, perhaps, prompting Madison to glance away briefly. When she looked back, her frustration seemed to have escalated. “Trina will be working with you two tomorrow. You can thank Brooklyn later when you see her. And how are you still not in my homework? I swear—”
“We’re sorry, we’re sorry!” Cindy exclaimed, quickly taking the tablet from Greg. Her fingers moved deftly, navigating to the folder as instructed. “It won’t happen again. We’re starting on the assignments right now.”
Madison huffed, a hint of satisfaction mingling with her irritation. “It’s about time. Frickin’ useless,” she muttered under her breath. “Brooklyn is also giving you one of her old Little tablets so you both can work simultaneously. When you see Trina, make sure you get it from her for Dad, Mom.”
Without waiting for a response, Madison ended the call abruptly. The screen went dark, leaving Greg and Cindy staring at their own faint reflections. The lingering echo of the conversation hung heavy in the air.
Greg let out a slow breath, rubbing the back of his neck. “Well, that was… something,” he said quietly.
Cindy’s shoulders slumped as she set the tablet aside. “She’s really putting the pressure on,” she murmured. “I didn’t expect we’d be doing more school assignments so soon.”
He offered a wry smile. “At least it’s work we’re familiar with,” he suggested, trying to lighten the mood.
She glanced at him, a hint of skepticism in her eyes. “Maybe. But it’s different when it’s your own child demanding it, and in that tone.”
Meanwhile, across town, Madison slipped her phone into her pocket, her expression stormy as she walked alongside Krysi, Ava and Evan toward their next class. The corridors were bustling with students, the cacophony of voices and footsteps a constant backdrop.
“They’re acting like they’re on holiday,” Madison fumed, her frustration evident.
Evan shot her a sympathetic look. “They’re still newborn Littles,” she reminded her gently. “It takes time for them to adjust.”
Krysi nodded in agreement. “Yeah, I’m sure they’ll get better. Look, it seems they’ve opened the assignments now,” she said, checking her own device. “That’s a start.”
Madison sighed, her pace quickening. “I just expected more from them,” she admitted. “They were always so on top of things before.”
“Change is hard,” Evan pointed out. “For everyone.”
She glanced over at Evan her expression softening slightly. “I know,” she conceded. “I just… I want them to take this seriously.”
“They will,” Krysi assured her. “Especially with Trina helping out. She’s great at getting Littles on track.”
Back at the habitat, Greg and Cindy sat side by side, the tablet displaying Madison’s assignments in neat rows. The reality of their new responsibilities settled over them like a heavy blanket.
“Well,” Greg said, breaking the silence, “we should probably get started.”
Cindy nodded, her eyes scanning the list of tasks. “It feels strange,” she confessed. “Doing homework again.”
He managed a small chuckle. “Think of it as keeping our minds sharp.”
She gave him a sidelong glance. “Ever the optimist.”
“One of us has to be,” he replied gently.
They began working through the assignments, the familiarity of academic problems offering a slight reprieve from the complexities of their situation. Equations and essays demanded focus, momentarily pushing aside their concerns.
As they worked, Cindy paused, her gaze distant. “Do you think we’re doing the right thing?” she asked softly.
Greg looked up, meeting her eyes. “What do you mean?”
“Complying like this,” she clarified. “Should we be pushing back more?”
He considered her words carefully. “I think,” he began slowly, “that right now, our best option is to cooperate. Build trust. Maybe then we can find a way to improve our circumstances.”
She sighed, nodding. “You’re probably right. It’s just… hard.”
“I know,” he said gently. “But we’re in this together.”
A faint smile touched her lips. “Yes, we are.”
They returned to their work, the tapping of keys the only sound within the habitat. Outside, the world continued on, unaware of the quiet struggles unfolding within the tiny space.
In the midst of their tasks, Greg couldn’t help but reflect on how much their lives had changed. The roles had reversed in ways he never could have anticipated. But despite the challenges, he held onto a glimmer of hope. Perhaps, in time, they could find a new balance, a way to reconnect with their daughters and reclaim some sense of normalcy.
For now, they focused on the present, tackling each assignment with diligence. It was a small step, but it was a start.
Greg and Cindy found themselves increasingly entangled in Madison’s academic world as a relentless stream of homework and assignments inundated their small habitat. Seated at the miniature Sofa that served as their workspace, the soft glow of the tablet illuminated their faces, casting elongated shadows on the walls. The air was thick with concentration, tinged with a hint of frustration that neither could entirely suppress.
“Another assignment from Madison,” Greg murmured, his eyes scanning the new document that had just appeared in the shared folder. He rubbed his temples, feeling the strain from staring at the screen for hours. The tablet was designed for Littles, but Madison had also left her old phone for them, a device that, in his reduced size, felt unwieldy and cumbersome.
Cindy glanced up from her own screen, her fingers pausing their rapid movement across the virtual keyboard. “And one from Krysi as well,” she noted, a wry smile tugging at the corners of her mouth. “Annoyingly, they don’t have many classes together, which means their assignments are different. Even though they’re taking the same subjects, different teachers mean double the work for us.”
Greg sighed, leaning back in his chair. The sounds of the outside world seemed distant, the hum of traffic muffled by the habitat’s walls, the chirping of birds a faint echo. “I don’t remember schoolwork being this challenging,” he admitted. “And you said Madison and Krysi check over the work after we submit it?”
“Yes,” Cindy confirmed, pushing a stray strand of hair behind her ear. “They review everything before turning it in. So, we need to make sure it’s accurate.”
He stared at the complex math problems displayed on Madison’s oversized phone, the characters difficult to read as the assignment wasn’t scaled properly. The device was not designed for someone of his stature, making the task even more arduous. “This is so much,” he said, a note of exasperation creeping into his voice. “Our purpose in life isn’t supposed to be doing Madison’s and Krysi’s homework.”
Cindy’s gaze softened as she looked at him. “I know,” she said gently. “That’s how I felt this weekend. It takes time to wrap your mind around it. It’s frustrating, but it helps pass the time as well.”
She paused, her eyes reflecting a mix of resignation and lingering regret. “I just hate that we’re being forced into these roles,” she continued. “Becoming their Littles like this. But it’s annoyingly what I taught her. I mean, I didn’t teach her to have her Littles do her homework, but clearly, she’s gone beyond my teachings, making them her own to fit her lifestyle and needs.”
Greg raised an eyebrow, curiosity mingling with concern. “What do you mean?”
She sighed, setting the tablet down and rubbing her hands together as if trying to warm them. “I taught Madison about responsibility, about how to manage Littles effectively,” she explained. “But I never imagined she’d interpret it this way. She’s taken those lessons and twisted them to suit her life and particular needs. It’s not unexpected I just never thought about it.”
A moment of silence hung between them, heavy with unspoken thoughts. The faint ticking of a clock somewhere outside the habitat marked the passing seconds.
“Well,” Greg began, attempting to lighten the mood, “at least it’s not Emma’s homework. From what you’ve told me, her work is more advanced than the rest. I suspect she’s in advanced or gifted classes, whatever the current term is.”
Cindy offered a small smile. “A small silver lining” she agreed. “Reprieves during the day like gym and lunch are welcome breaks.”
She picked up the tablet again, her eyes scanning the screen. “By the way, Krysi sent some corrections,” she said, her tone shifting back to business. “You got some of her math problems wrong. They need to be reworked. Make sure you’re double-checking before posting that things are done. When you’re finished, let me know so I can look over them, two sets of eyes and all that.”
Greg felt a flush of embarrassment. “Right, sorry,” he mumbled. “I guess I’m a bit rusty.”
“Don’t worry,” she reassured him. “It’s been a while since we’ve done this kind of work. We’ll get back into the swing of things. It’s just better if we catch the mistakes and not Madison or Krysi.”
He nodded, but the weight of their situation pressed heavily on his shoulders. “It’s just crazy,” he said quietly. “Being reduced to this. Used for their convenience.”
Cindy reached across the table, her hand resting lightly on his. Her touch was warm, a small comfort in their constrained world. “I understand how you feel,” she said softly. “Believe me, I do.”
They returned to their work, the quiet sounds of their typing filling the habitat. Outside, the world continued its steady rhythm, oblivious to their struggles.
After a while, Greg broke the silence. “You know,” he said thoughtfully, “Madison and Krysi checking over the work, it feels like they’re supervising us. Keeping us in line.”
Cindy nodded slowly. “It’s part of the control,” she acknowledged. “But perhaps if we do well, they’ll ease up.”
“Or perhaps they’ll just expect more,” he countered.
“Perhaps,” she agreed. “But what choice do we have?”
He didn’t have an answer to that. Instead, he glanced at the complex equation before him, determination settling in his features. “Alright,” he said. “Let’s make sure this is flawless.”
“That’s the spirit,” she encouraged.
They worked in tandem, sharing insights and correcting mistakes. Despite the circumstances, there was a familiar rhythm to their collaboration, a reminder of times when they tackled challenges together.
As they progressed, the initial tension eased, replaced by a quiet camaraderie. The assignments, though burdensome, provided a focus that distracted them from the heavier weight of their reality.
“Finished,” Greg announced after a while, leaning back with a satisfied sigh.
Cindy reviewed his work, nodding in approval. “Looks good,” she affirmed. “I’ll send it off.”
He watched as she uploaded the document, a sense of accomplishment mingling with lingering unease. “Do you think they’ll be satisfied?” he wondered aloud.
“We’ve done our best,” she replied. “That’s all we can do.”
He gazed out through the transparent wall of the habitat, his thoughts drifting. “I just hope this isn’t all there is for us now,” he mused.
Cindy followed his gaze, her expression contemplative. “Maybe it’s up to us to find more,” she suggested. “To carve out moments that are ours.”
He turned back to her, a hint of resolve in his eyes. “You’re right,” he said. “We can’t let this define us completely.”
She smiled gently. “Exactly. We’ll adapt, just as we always have.”
The afternoon light shifted, casting a warm glow into their space. For the first time in a while, Greg felt a glimmer of hope. “Thank you,” he said softly.
“For what?” she asked, tilting her head slightly.
“For reminding me that we’re still a team,” he replied.
“Always,” she said warmly.
They settled back into their routine, the atmosphere lighter than before. While the path ahead remained uncertain, they faced it together, drawing strength from their shared resilience.
maybe just a little gratitude madison? after all, if they weren’t so panicked when they caught smallara to begin with, they could have opted to just not be your littles, or to stay at a facility while another family member potentially claimed them OR when Kenzie returned to claim them.
Exactly!!! This is like pre Sara character development levels of Littles being grateful for every single thing despite how wrong or bad it may look on the other end of the spectrum like you’re putting them into the frying pan before they are ready and that excluding this BS do our homework nonsense that I refuse to see how there’s any positive aspects about this situation and I call BS in sharping the mind why don’t you sharpen your own minds Mads and friends instead of being lazy asses dear god almighty
Sorry I’m heated seeing this BS treatment be seen as positive or helpful and not just plain wrong by the “Real people” in this case lol still great story writing makes me more invested
Although they didn’t know it wasn’t reversible when they first got smallara. So madison was there only hope to meet the 24 time period.
Madison did genuinely try to get them back to normal. It was only after doctors and Steph’s mom said it wasn’t possible did madison give in.
Madison also did allow for joint custody with her sister. She could have kept sole custody and told McKenzie she could see them whenever.
But did willingly give up sole ownership.
Not aging she isn’t a brat but she did do some good as well.
that’s fair. I guess I’m still expecting her to more or less see that the changes she is wanting can’t be forced like this despite cindy’s teachings, or at the very least to show a bit more of the compassion she’s still hiding from them. not that she hasn’t shown it so far, just that she could show more
I fucking hate this “you do my homework” bs like wtf please McKenzie put an end to this nonsense Mads you get the pre developed Sara treatment of FUCK YOU for the time being bratty, ungrateful, twisting Cindy teachings that despite how bad they were didn’t involve making your parents do your work.
I’m sorry sharping the mind part of this goes only so far because now I’m calling BS that Mads or her friends have good grades based on their own merits even without Greg and Cindy being Littles I just don’t see especially after this chapter and how the girls say this as if this happened before Greg and Cindy turn littles.
Sorry I get heated when I see bad behavior and treatment or absolutely BS like this get rewarded with no consequences lol means we have a great story I suppose
Great chapter
Canonically before littles Madison is a b borderline a student. She still does have to take the tests herself. Canonically Madison studies the material she just doesn’t do the homework. She just checks it each night for accuracy.
I would say she isn’t twisting Cindy’s teachings as if anything Madison is being more lenient than Cindy would ever be. Many of the improvements Madison makes are being nicer than Cindy.
I wouldn’t say there aren’t any consequences as based on the culture and belief system of her world her parents died. The absolute most positive outlook would be thinking that the soul of your parents were reborn in the little body.
As it’s generally not viewed in this world as just this is the same person but shrunk. As the human body on a molecular level is destroyed and on a molecular level the little body is different. It doesn’t function the same internally as human body. Medically doctors do learn the differences and how things aren treated differently.
So to Madison the version of her parents pre smallara would be gone. How you view the reborn version is where the differences arise. People like McKenzie believe more the soul resides inside the little which that Soul is what they truly loved pre smallara and the body is always a metaphysical husk. While people like Cindy and Madison believe that while memories and expierences are shared the little represents a new species and the core expierence of the pre smallara person ends with death and the transformation while utilizing the host is a new entity with the memories and expierences of the former.
Which is why Madison said with her father she would try one on one. But when him and Cindy are together she would treat them equally as she is skeptic on them being the same and doesn’t believe it.
This is also mixed with the fact she is a teenager and she was a brat before and they hasn’t changed.
she is a bitch like I said before lol, kenz should be a good parent for her little parents and take them away from Madison until she can be more caring.
Great chapter!!
1. Again I know she’s a teen but showing off infront of her friends and putting her parents down pisses me off because I know how kind she can be (god dam teens)
2. I like her friends support her and even stick up for her parents but I’d love if one of them were like “mads that’s a bit harsh, do you not love them”
3. I love how it was portrayed as a stock exchange floor! We got another one in ok you got the next ok….
4. I’d love to see McKenzies reaction to speaking to her parents like that like she says “stop showing off infront of your friends it’s mom and dad”
5. Ohhh the gang is coming over later can’t wait to see that
6. “They were so on top of things before” yeah now there inches tall in your room in a terrarium doing your homework what else would you like them to be on top of…
7. I don’t hate Madison I really don’t as she is one of the most layered characters ever but at the centre of that is a kind and venerable girl who needs her parents
Can I just say a thank you to you Asuka as I don’t think you get enough credit! Always look forward to seeing your work and your world building! You are a legend!
agreed. Asuka has one of the hand full of current stories in the genre that has amazing world building, and is even fewer in the genre where it’s not smut.
1) She has to maintain her image. Can’t be viewed as less than in front of her friends and anyone listening in at school.
2) They do support her, and do defend to some extent her parents. I don’t know if anyone of them would specifically go to that degree and just fully say do you not love them. Just because of societies views on littles.
3) Its an accurate depiction. That is for sure.
4)Madison probably would have phrased things differently if McKenzie was present. Same intent and meaning but phrased differently.
5) its a quicker visit as things are winding down. I don’t want to oversell it. It is a visit though but it only a couple episodes in length.
6) More readily available to cater to her needs like most teens view their parents as.
7) I would agree with that. She does care about her parents but how she shows it changes based on whose around and she is naturally a bit bratty and thinks ofherself first at times. But can be kind
Thanks so much for the kind words. I always appreciate when someone else enjoys something I create. Madison’s World is fun to write. I can’t wait to produce season 3.
I think you are a good writer and will feel better when you are going to be able to bring more love to the family. Its just so twisted right now lol
McKenize and Greg have alot of love currently. Madison has a developing views and developing relationships with her parents as littles.
I think it would be funny if Madison was a little with her parents under Mckenize lol
1.1) “Greg and Cindy explored the limited offerings of Little television.” well at least they get to take a break now.
1.2) “The show’s attempt to normalize their situation only served to highlight the surreal reality they now faced” about what I expected from Little TV.
1.3) “It’s strange, isn’t it? Seeing our experiences turned into entertainment.” Pretty sure most TV tries to do that.
2) “What took you so long? You should be answering within a single ring.” So much ego
3) ‘“Hi, Dad, It’s good to have you back. You were missed” Well if that’s the case she could have greeted him this morning.
4) “Then explain to me why I’ve dropped assignments into the folder for you to work on, and they haven’t been touched” Of course she’s already added 5 to their pile, and another human to serve.
5) “We didn’t realise you had already added work. We’ll be more attentive from now on.” “perhaps they should make sure the notification sound is turned on on the Little tablet.
6.1) “Also, Dad, why are you speaking into the tablet? You should be getting your direction from Mom, and I should be speaking to her” was that another of her friends telling her she should be talking to Cindy rather than Greg?
6.2) “I thought Trina explained this to you two already” yes, however, fuck Trina and her teachings.
7) “You can double-tap to the home screen and open the folder while I talk to you. That’s basic knowledge. Oh my god, my Littles can’t even operate a tablet properly. This is so embarrassing.” In fairness that one absolutely is something they should know.
8) “Trina will be working with you two tomorrow” will we see that chapter or will this end before then?
9) “They’re still newborn Littles It takes time for them to adjust.” – “Yeah, I’m sure they’ll get better. Look, it seems they’ve opened the assignments now, That’s a start.” I’m surprised to see her friends defending Greg and Cindy, all be it in a minimalist way.
10) “Change is hard, For everyone.” True, but it’s obvious Madison’s change is the easiest of the Wessesn’s
11.1) “Do you think we’re doing the right thing?” no but you’re out of other options.
11.2) “Should we be pushing back more?” to what end, right now pushback will only worsen their positions.
12) “Annoyingly, they don’t have many classes together, which means their assignments are different.” Damn, I was hoping they’d be handing identical assignments back to the girls, and then they’d Maddie would be accused of plagiarising Krysi.
13) “This is so much, Our purpose in life isn’t supposed to be doing Madison’s and Krysi’s homework.” I doubt Maddison would see it that way, though Greg could make a plea to McKenzie.
14) “That’s how I felt this weekend. It takes time to wrap your mind around it. It’s frustrating, but it helps pass the time as well.” Cindy’s clearly more used to it.
15) “I just hate that we’re being forced into these roles. But it’s annoyingly what I taught her. I mean, I didn’t teach her to have her Littles do her homework, but clearly, she’s gone beyond my teachings, making them her own to fit her lifestyle and needs.” I love that she’s self-aware about that, and it’s not like her teaching wouldn’t have been meant to be changed to suit each individual guardian.
16) “I taught Madison about responsibility, about how to manage Littles effectively, but I never imagined she’d interpret it this way. She’s taken those lessons and twisted them to suit her life and particular needs. It’s not unexpected I just never thought about it.” It seems obvious to me that Guardians would take what they wanted/needed and substitute the rest, after all, it’s what Cindy did with Genritech Guardian training.
17) “at least it’s not Emma’s homework. From what you’ve told me, her work is more advanced than the rest. I suspect she’s in advanced or gifted classes, whatever the current term is.” Ah, but Cindy was given one from Emma
18) “When you’re finished, let me know so I can look over them, two sets of eyes and all that.” Damn, even Cindt needs to be over Greg’s shoulder.
19) “Don’t worryIt’s been a while since we’ve done this kind of work. We’ll get back into the swing of things” reassurance is good.
20) “It’s just crazy, Being reduced to this. Used for their convenience.” It’s what Cindy would have wanted.
21) . “But perhaps if we do well, they’ll ease up.” “Or perhaps they’ll just expect more,” Yes Greg, diligent workers get punished with more work.
22) “But what choice do we have?” just achieve the bare minimum, act like it was a struggle, frustrate them in a way that looks like attempted compliance.
23) “a sense of accomplishment mingling with lingering unease. “Do you think they’ll be satisfied?” never, no matter how hard you work or how much effort you give them.
24.1) “I just hope this isn’t all there is for us now,” well not for Greg, he still has McKenzie and all she’ll do for him.
24.2) “Maybe it’s up to us to find more, To carve out moments that are ours.” well that’s Cindy’s only option for now.
25) ““Thank you… For reminding me that we’re still a team,” Greg showing Gratitude to Cindy is good to see.
26) I’m guessing Pink-Streaks is Emma? NGL when she wasn’t shown in 67 I assumed she wasn’t modelled yet.
1.1) “Greg and Cindy explored the limited offerings of Little television.” well at least they get to take a break now.
I dont think Madison is aware they are taking a break. Which causes its own problems coming up.
1.2) “The show’s attempt to normalize their situation only served to highlight the surreal reality they now faced” about what I expected from Little TV.
Thats what normal tv does though. So i don’t htink that can be a slight against little tv.
1.3) “It’s strange, isn’t it? Seeing our experiences turned into entertainment.” Pretty sure most TV tries to do that.
Oh you cover the same point i made above here. Even better.
2) “What took you so long? You should be answering within a single ring.” So much ego
The full Madison experience on display unfiltered and unchecked now that she is just speaking to her littles.
3) ‘“Hi, Dad, It’s good to have you back. You were missed” Well if that’s the case she could have greeted him this morning.
The intent was she was discreetly saying hi to him nicer then Cindy but didn’t want it super obvious as he is with Cindy who is she is training in Cindy’s own style.
4) “Then explain to me why I’ve dropped assignments into the folder for you to work on, and they haven’t been touched” Of course she’s already added 5 to their pile, and another human to serve.
Well its been two hours thats probably a couple classes. I would think if i was giving someone else my homework to do. I would assign it after each class. So i wouldn’t miss one and forget.
5) “We didn’t realise you had already added work. We’ll be more attentive from now on.” “perhaps they should make sure the notification sound is turned on on the Little tablet.
That was why Madison was more upset because it was the lack of use of basic features of the tablet.
6.1) “Also, Dad, why are you speaking into the tablet? You should be getting your direction from Mom, and I should be speaking to her” was that another of her friends telling her she should be talking to Cindy rather than Greg?
That was Madison’s frustration speaking as she was upset so she was taking it out on them for not doing what was asked and more mad at Cindy as she was the one who pioneered this and cant do it right.
6.2) “I thought Trina explained this to you two already” yes, however, fuck Trina and her teachings.
If Cindy said that Trina, Cindy would probably be on the floor of that habitat picking up her litlte teeth.
7) “You can double-tap to the home screen and open the folder while I talk to you. That’s basic knowledge. Oh my god, my Littles can’t even operate a tablet properly. This is so embarrassing.” In fairness that one absolutely is something they should know.
Yup, and its in front of all her friends so shes super embarrassed whcih only upsets her more.
8) “Trina will be working with you two tomorrow” will we see that chapter or will this end before then?
That is not featured Season 2 ends at the end of this current day. There is a time skip for season 3 and its winter when season 3 begins.
9) “They’re still newborn Littles It takes time for them to adjust.” – “Yeah, I’m sure they’ll get better. Look, it seems they’ve opened the assignments now, That’s a start.” I’m surprised to see her friends defending Greg and Cindy, all be it in a minimalist way.
Well they didn’t dislike her parents or anything. The intent is that since Madison is trying to raise Cindy in the way Cindy preached her friends are being supportive of that. Which is also why everyone is nicer to Greg. Even Trina. As there is a understanding that Greg isn’t being given the full cindy treatment.
10) “Change is hard, For everyone.” True, but it’s obvious Madison’s change is the easiest of the Wessesn’s
Well shes also the youngest. So that probably helps as well. She is conflicted though as shes mainly treating Cindy like she is as she believes that what Cindy would want.
11.1) “Do you think we’re doing the right thing?” no but you’re out of other options.
They are doing the right thing in the regard that it is getting them to avoid Madison’s ire or anymore of it atleast.
11.2) “Should we be pushing back more?” to what end, right now pushback will only worsen their positions.
Cindy created this life and they are stuck in it. I mean in time over the course of years madison will probably change as she gets older, matures, has different opinions and thoughts. As not all the beliefs one has as a teen tehy have 10 years later in there early twenties or 20 years later in there early 30s. But all of that takes time. Its not happening over a few days. That is for sure.
12) “Annoyingly, they don’t have many classes together, which means their assignments are different.” Damn, I was hoping they’d be handing identical assignments back to the girls, and then they’d Maddie would be accused of plagiarising Krysi.
Although the ohter side to that. Is they do care and love Madison. So the odds purposefully doing work to harm her or ruin her academically seems counter intuitive. It would also only lead to a very upset Madison with an actual axe to grind.
13) “This is so much, Our purpose in life isn’t supposed to be doing Madison’s and Krysi’s homework.” I doubt Maddison would see it that way, though Greg could make a plea to McKenzie.
There could be a plea upcoming but who can say.
14) “That’s how I felt this weekend. It takes time to wrap your mind around it. It’s frustrating, but it helps pass the time as well.” Cindy’s clearly more used to it.
Cindy also recognizes what is happening and while she doens’t like it has less of an issue with the actual doing of it. As it is he rmethod its not how she thought to use it but it is he teachings and even now she doens’t think her teachings are fully wrong she doesnt like them applies to her but she isn’t some little rights activist overnight.
15) “I just hate that we’re being forced into these roles. But it’s annoyingly what I taught her. I mean, I didn’t teach her to have her Littles do her homework, but clearly, she’s gone beyond my teachings, making them her own to fit her lifestyle and needs.” I love that she’s self-aware about that, and it’s not like her teaching wouldn’t have been meant to be changed to suit each individual guardian.
Yeah she is aware and she does recognize that peopel do take her teachings and then fit htem around there own unique lifestyle which is the point. its just something Cindy never actually thought about. She never spent time thinking what Madison would or how madison would do it as Madison didn’t have littles at that time..
16) “I taught Madison about responsibility, about how to manage Littles effectively, but I never imagined she’d interpret it this way. She’s taken those lessons and twisted them to suit her life and particular needs. It’s not unexpected I just never thought about it.” It seems obvious to me that Guardians would take what they wanted/needed and substitute the rest, after all, it’s what Cindy did with Genritech Guardian training.
It is, more an oversight on Cindy’s part. Not fully sure if oversight is the right word but its all I can think of. It jsut didn’t occur to her how Madison would use it and hwo shes using it is surprising her but she understands what is being done.
17) “at least it’s not Emma’s homework. From what you’ve told me, her work is more advanced than the rest. I suspect she’s in advanced or gifted classes, whatever the current term is.” Ah, but Cindy was given one from Emma
Yeah, Emma’s work is harder then everyone elses. Its more inline a lower grade version of Sara’s work. Madison and Krysi just have normal public school level of work. They get good grades but aren’t gifted or anything.
18) “When you’re finished, let me know so I can look over them, two sets of eyes and all that.” Damn, even Cindt needs to be over Greg’s shoulder.
Well she knows shes ultimately accountable for it. If something goes wrong she will hear about it.
19) “Don’t worryIt’s been a while since we’ve done this kind of work. We’ll get back into the swing of things” reassurance is good.
Especially if she doesn’t want to discourage Greg from helping.
20) “It’s just crazy, Being reduced to this. Used for their convenience.” It’s what Cindy would have wanted.
The Cindy way for sure.
21) . “But perhaps if we do well, they’ll ease up.” “Or perhaps they’ll just expect more,” Yes Greg, diligent workers get punished with more work.
That is very accurate in real life and smallara world.
22) “But what choice do we have?” just achieve the bare minimum, act like it was a struggle, frustrate them in a way that looks like attempted compliance.
Thats easier said then done for some people though. It’s a work ethic kind of thing. Not everyone can just not work hard. They just naturally work at a certain pace.
23) “a sense of accomplishment mingling with lingering unease. “Do you think they’ll be satisfied?” never, no matter how hard you work or how much effort you give them.
Just like in the corporate world it was inspired from.
24.1) “I just hope this isn’t all there is for us now,” well not for Greg, he still has McKenzie and all she’ll do for him.
Yeah, that is true. Even if Madison was able to minimize his tiem with McKenzie to not be entire weekends. She would still take him form Madison’s world in the evenings or whatever free time she had.
24.2) “Maybe it’s up to us to find more, To carve out moments that are ours.” well that’s Cindy’s only option for now.
I’m sure Cindy can go to Madison for ideas.
25) ““Thank you… For reminding me that we’re still a team,” Greg showing Gratitude to Cindy is good to see.
Its his wife. He will probably always do that.
26) I’m guessing Pink-Streaks is Emma? NGL when she wasn’t shown in 67 I assumed she wasn’t modelled yet.
No you are right. i ahven’t modeled Emma as seh doesn’t appear till season 3. The girl you are referincing is Ava Cruz. A close friend of Madison’s. Ava’s parents are immigrants who came to the u.s from mexcio. but Ava is american. Her parents ended up starting a lawn care/snow removal business that is doing well now after alot of hardwork and effort. Ava has to help out with the business as a part time job takign calls and making appoitments.
1.1) that one did age poorly
1.2) It’s more about them being in an abnormal situation, and the TV is trying to get them to accept it.
1.3) That one was just more general
2) It’s just such an obnoxious trait
3) Still makes it seem weird when she questions why he’s answering her later.
4) That makes sense, I’m guessing American classes are shorter than the 70min of Australian schools
5) Didn’t Madison set up the tablet?
6.2) That does beg the question, how violent can Trina get before she’s pulled into line by the guardians?
9) That’s good, Greg deserves better.
10) She has her challenges.
12) True, consequences would be severe.
13) Looking forward to it.
14) Damnit Cindy
15 & 16) I can’t Imagine full sized Cindy would let Madison have her little doing her homework, she’d want her doing it herself.
18) That’s fair
21) I’ve noticed
22) It depends on how badly you want it.
24.1) I feel like if Madison tries to reduce Gregs’ time with McKenzie, McKenzie would increase it.
24.2) she sure can
26) Ok, so the other child of a foreign (to America) immigrant family in the friend group. I love how much backstory you’ve given her even though she’s barely in this season, you’re clearly proud of this character. (I’ve got characters like that, I get it)
26) Well, its already written. I forget if it’s at the end of season 2 or the beginning of season 3, so it’s easy to recount. Although i really do like Ava’s character model.
She’s still no Mallory though who is still #1 in my book.
Why is Mallory #1 for you?
I like her character and backstory and personality. I have the most fun writing her character. I like the idea of her while being overbearing she does care and stand up for Gavin even to her family.
Yeah, I like her because she decided to stay with him even after he shrunk and continue the relationship
it official Madison is a total bitch lol, if they are smart enough to do there home work like that, littles not being able to work jobs online doesn’t make sense. It would have made sense for Kenez to hide the fact that her mom and dad became littles so they could quit their jobs and work remote. its super common for people to be hired and work 100% online. Way cheaper for business not to need to pay for offices and equipment.
littles can work jobs online just most companies would buy littles when they intend to employee them as opposed to having to pay someone else’s littles to do the work.
As companies can then buy several and pay one employee to manage them and handle the lodging/food/etc. instead of having to pay an outside little recurring salary or pay full sized people salary, benefits, etc.
Generally only specialized fields will hire outside littles or the littles can be employed alongside there guardian or assist the guardian with their role.
Its much harder for a little to get a job by themselves as there isn’t much of a cost benefit to doing it over the organization just buying a little themselves and providing housing, food and then they can have them work a standard shift for free and have the employee who manages them feed and care and put them in a habitat at the end of the day.