Assistance required
"John, you know you love me?"
"That's open for discussion."
Gordon was hurt but sidled up to his brother anyway.
"Want to help me with my algebra?"
"If by help, you mean do, then no."
Gordon gazed up at John with large pleading eyes.
"But if I don't ace all my assignments then I can't go to swim camp."
"And that's my problem because?"
"I'll be away for a whole week of summer break."
John turned from his book and Gordon knew he'd sold it.
"Fine, but I'm only guiding you to the answers."
"You do love me though."
"Regrettably."
