Dove
I stared at the tree in horror! Yes it was a sturdy palm tree but Benecio also weighed the same as a rhino. There was no way he could reach the top without it snapping in two.
"Benecio," Stella gaped as he neared the tree, "This isn't a good idea. Your father asked us to make sure you didn't climb anything!"
He waved his hand dismissively and gave her a charming smile, "That's just Pai, being Pai, I climb trees all the time back in Texas. In fact I'm an expert."
"Benecio," I quickly stood up to try to stop him but he already had his arms around the base and his legs positioned. The tree wobbled about already as he gave it a determined look. "Just ask the chefs for a coconut. I'm sure you can even pick it!"
"Y'all have no faith in me," he grunted as he slowly started climbing up, the leaves rustling like crazy as the tree shook.
"What are we going to tell his Dad if he dies?" Molly stressed as she ran her fingers through her hair.
