[Frank and Susan wait unhappily in the hallway as Greg and Rodrick slowly come down the stairs]

Your father I have talked, and we've decided on your punishment.

Greg, you're grounded for two weeks. Also, no video games for two weeks.

Rodrick, you may only drive to and from school for the next month. As the ringleader, you are also grounded for a month.

Mom, I'm sorry, and I won't do it again.

I know you won't. And to make sure, we're also not allowing you to perform in the talent show.

[shocked]

What? No. No, you can't do that, ground me for a year, I don't care, but you have to let me play in that show! This could be my big break.

I'm sorry.

[upset]

Dad, come on, this isn't fair. I just got Bill in the band!

Actually, Rodrick, that doesn't help your case. Bill's kind of a jerk.

[Rodrick gives a silent "What?"]

Our decision is final.

[Greg looks silently at Rodrick; upset with his punishment, goes upstairs, and Greg follows along] [whispers to Greg]

You are so dead.