@PunishedD
Begging and also being a literal clown with a (what I read from comments) shaving cream all over his face.

But still, dude....

Yeah it is one thing to be a clown and beg… but the root of the problem lies with the parents. It is a good metaphor for our society, the kids who are lost turn to humor and smiles to cope with the fact that their own kin cares so little for their well being.

@William_The_Dragonborn @LukeAlmighty The fact that he has to ask her is telling enough. I'm just additionally sad that he doesn't know what WOULD make a parent proud. The best he came up with is "have a little money".