Synopsis

The air crackled with anticipation. It was Casey’s birthday, and the room buzzed with the exchange of gifts. Except for Junior. He stood apart, a quiet defiance in his eyes, clutching a handful of toys. Casey’s frustration simmered. Junior’s constant behavior grated on him. “You know,” All-Star began, his voice gentle but firm, “Junior wasn't always like this.” He recounted stories of a younger Junior, once timid and deferential. He spoke of a boy who would shrink from attention, often fl