Chapter 2: Punishment
Later that day, Bart and Milhouse walked sadly home together. They were afraid of the punishments they would receive. Both had gotten in trouble numerous times during the year, and they felt that their parents had about enough of their behavior. Truth is, though, Milhouse wouldn't get in trouble nearly as much if he didn't hang out with Bart. If he'd hung out with more low-key people like Prince Martin or Ralph Wiggum, he'd have a perfect behavior record.
"I'm afraid, Bart. We've gotten into so much trouble this year. I don't know how much more our parents can take. Maybe on the next test, we should actually buckle down and study," Milhouse said.
"I think you're right," Bart sighed. Then, the boys saw their homes. "Well, I'll see you tomorrow, buddy," Bart said, going up the driveway.
"You too," Milhouse said, going to the place next door.
Bart looked around when he got inside. There was no sign of his parents. Maybe he could rush up to his room before they could catch him. However, it was too late for that. Marge ran in and caught Bart.
"Young man, you got in trouble YET AGAIN?" she yelled.
"It was Milhouse's idea," lied Bart.
"And I'm fed up with your lying. You've done too much of that lately! Just wait till your father gets home! But for now, before we come up with a punishment for you, go straight to your room! No TV, no video games, no phone calls, no toys, no NOTHING!" Marge yelled.
Bart walked up the stairs and into his room. He sat on his bed for a while, but then got bored. He went to the telephone in the hall and drug it into his room. He knew that Marge said he was not allowed to use the phone, but he had to call Milhouse and find out what was in store for him. He dialed Milhouse's number and Milhouse answered. "Hi, Bart," Milhouse said.
"Hi, Milhouse. What punishment do you have?" Bart asked.
"Well, my mom said I'm not allowed to watch TV or play video games. Also, I can't play the Ancient History Flashcard game," Milhouse said.
"Why would you want to play that anyway?" Bart asked suspiciously.
"N-no reason…" Milhouse's voice trailed off. "What punishment do you have?"
"Well, I don't actually have one yet, but my mom sent me to my room, and I can't do anything. She said she and Homer will come up with a punishment when he gets back," Bart said.
"Well, I'll call you later," Milhouse said, hanging up. Bart also hung up and put the phone back in the hall. Then, he went to his room and sat on his bed. He was uncertain of what awaited him.