Tyler's living room was the last place Alice expected to learn about the birds and the bees, but here she was, bursting into Tyler's apartment with uncontainable energy.
"Hey Tyler, what are you doing? You look bored." She said, bouncing on her toes.
"Just working, Alice. You know, adult stuff." Tyler replied, trying to focus on his laptop.
Alice rolled her eyes. "Boring. Can't you teach me something fun?"
Tyler hesitated before responding. "Well, I could teach you about biology. You know, the birds and the bees."
Alice's eyes lit up. "Oh, I know about that. I meant something more... exciting."
Tyler raised an eyebrow. "Like what? How to tie your shoes?"
Alice laughed. "No, silly. Like... sex and snuff."
Tyler choked on his coffee. "What? Where did you hear those words?"
Alice shrugged. "I heard them at school. I just want to know what they mean."
Tyler was at a loss for words. He had never expected to have this conversation with an 11-year-old. But Alice was persistent.
"Fine. But I bet it's something cool."
Tyler sighed. "Alright, I can explain sex to you. But I'm not going to explain snuff. It's not appropriate for someone your age."
Alice pouted. "Fine. But I still think it's something cool."
Tyler took a deep breath and began explaining the basics of sex. "Sex is when two people... you know, do it. It's a way for them to express their love and... other things."
Alice giggled. "Ewww, gross. But also kind of cool."
Tyler continued. "Yeah, it can be both. But it's also a big responsibility. You have to be careful and make sure both people are comfortable."
Alice nodded. "I get it. But what about snuff?"
Tyler was frustrated. "No, we're not talking about that. Let's move on to something else."
Alice grinned. "Fine. But I still think it's something cool."
Tyler was amused and slightly worried. "Alright, that's enough for today. Go play outside or something."
Alice pouted. "Fine. But I'm going to find out about snuff one way or another."
Tyler watched as Alice left the room. "Great, just what I need. An 11-year-old detective."
Tyler reflected on the strange turn of events. "Well, that was... different. I hope I didn't mess up too much."
He shook his head and went back to his work. "Nah, she'll be fine. I'm just a good babysitter."
Lost in thought, Tyler didn't notice the time passing. "Time to wrap this up. I'll see Alice tomorrow."
Tyler closed his laptop and headed to bed. "I hope she doesn't ask me about snuff again. I don't even know what that is."
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