[Maybe there's a small frown at her offer. No, taking money from a kid for new shoes isn't happening in this lifetime. Unlike him, most kids aren't fortune enough to have money to blow on needless crap like shoes.
Saying as much now, however, feels a bad idea. Her agreeableness may not last if he opposes this suggestion. Hmm... Maybe actually agreeing wouldn't be necessary so long as he doesn't outright refuse.]
I'll consider it once we're reached my car.
[Which cannot be called a complete lie. He'll more than happily consider it again; the answer will just continue to be a no.]
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Saying as much now, however, feels a bad idea. Her agreeableness may not last if he opposes this suggestion. Hmm... Maybe actually agreeing wouldn't be necessary so long as he doesn't outright refuse.]
I'll consider it once we're reached my car.
[Which cannot be called a complete lie. He'll more than happily consider it again; the answer will just continue to be a no.]