Note: I know I haven't updated this story lately, but there is a lot on my mind at the moment. I will do my best to keep writing whenever I can. Thanks for reading!

The next morning, Bob wanted to chat with Helga before she headed off to school.

"Helga, let's talk," Big Bob said.

"What about?" Helga asked.

"It's about this whole hat thing."

"What do you need to know?"

"A lot is what I need to know. I want to find out why I can't figure this one out. Does that football head friend of yours know?" Bob asked.

"He knows I did since we talked before you and I are right now, Dad."

"How did he take it?" Big Bob asked.

"Fine. He didn't get angry like you are, Dad. He forgave me. Are you going to forgive me?"

"Not now. You haven't told me why you robbed that hat place."

"I did it for a reason, Dad. I've been keeping this to myself for several years. I thought that made sense to keep it that way."

"Does your friend Phoebe know about this secret that you've had for so long?" he asked.

"Of course she does. She's the only one who does know. I'm afraid that I have to tell you since you're involved in this," Helga said.

"I want to know. You may begin."

"I did this because I love him, Dad. No your case is closed. He likes hats, so I thought this was a good way to get his attention to do this."

"Is that all or is that all you have to share with your old man?"

"That's it. May I get ready for school?"

"Yes, you can. Here's what I want you to do today."

"What's that?" Helga asked.

"I know this is old – fashioned, but I'm going to punish you for doing this."

"How long will my punishment be?"

"No hanging around with your friends after school. You can still talk with them on the phone."

" is making me feel old since I'm in high school."

"Of course, Helga. You may get ready."

"You haven't said how long I will be punished."

"Two weeks," he answered.

"Okay."

There was no need to start an argument, so she kept it to herself. Helga had that guess her father would punish her, and it turned out she was right. No arguing with Bob on this one.