Brief Summary
Timothy wants NBA 2K16 but his dad refuses to buy it for him because he already has 2K15. Timothy decides to steal the game from GameStop, but his dad finds out, returns the game, and bans Timothy from the store. As punishment, Timothy is grounded, and his PS3 is locked away.
- Timothy steals NBA 2K16 from GameStop.
- His dad returns the game and gets Timothy banned from the store.
- Timothy is grounded and loses his PS3.
The Refusal
Timothy asks his dad to buy him NBA 2K16, but his dad refuses, pointing out that Timothy already has 2K15. He tells Timothy to go upstairs and threatens to ground him if he disobeys. Timothy is upset because he feels 2K15 is old and he really wants 2K16.
The Plan
Timothy decides that if he can't buy NBA 2K16, he will steal it from GameStop. He thinks it's a great idea and considers himself a genius for coming up with the plan.
The Theft
Timothy successfully steals 2K16 and plays it on his PS3. He is very happy to finally have the game.
The Confrontation
Timothy's dad sees him playing 2K16 and is angry because he had forbidden Timothy from getting the game. He demands to know how Timothy got it and accuses him of stealing it. Timothy tells his dad to leave him alone and stop interrupting his game. His dad is furious that Timothy stole the game from GameStop and declares that they are returning it immediately.
Returning the Game
Timothy's dad takes the game back to GameStop, apologizing for his son's behavior. The store employee says it's okay but declares that Timothy is banned from the store forever.
The Punishment
Timothy is upset that his dad took the game back, but his dad warns him that he will lose all games if he continues to complain. Back home, Timothy is sent to his room and grounded. His dad locks the PS3 in a safe, ensuring Timothy can't play it for a long time. Timothy is devastated, as 2K16 was his favorite game.
