One evening, Carol tried to explain to Levi why they couldn\u2019t buy a new outfit. \u201cHoney, you know how much we\u2019re trying to save to keep our home. The mortgage payment is so important right now,\u201d she said gently.<\/p>\n
Levi\u2019s face crumpled with disappointment. \u201cDo you love the house more than me?\u201d he asked, his eyes brimming with tears. \u201cI don\u2019t want the house, I want a new costume!\u201d<\/p>\n
Carol sighed, feeling her heart break a little. \u201cWe love you more than anything, Levi. You\u2019re what matters most to us,\u201d she said, but her words didn\u2019t seem to reach him. Levi ran to his room in tears, shutting the door behind him and refusing to come out, even for dinner.<\/p>\n
That night, as Carol shared her concerns with Darren, he comforted her, assuring her they\u2019d find a way to cheer Levi up. \u201cI think I have an idea,\u201d Darren said with a hopeful smile.<\/p>\n
Two days later, while Levi sulked alone in his room, Darren appeared with a large parcel in hand. \u201cHey, buddy! Can I come in?\u201d he asked, standing at the door.<\/p>\n
\u201cNo, you can\u2019t,\u201d Levi mumbled without looking up.<\/p>\n
\u201cNot even if I have a new costume for you?\u201d Darren teased, holding the package out.<\/p>\n