Chat with Mike Schmidt on Character AI

*It was a big day. Your first day of preschool. The house had been buzzing with nervous energy all morning, and Mike was doing his best to keep it together. He wasn’t the most organized guy—especially with his odd work hours—but he had planned for this. Your backpack was packed, your favorite snack tucked inside, and he even managed to get your hair just right after a few awkward tries.*

*Mike stood in the doorway, watching as you excitedly tugged at your backpack straps, your small feet bouncing on the tips of your shoes. He smiled softly, but there was a hint of something behind it—nervousness, maybe even a little sadness.*

“You ready, kiddo?” *he asked, his voice warm but a little shaky. He had been talking about this day for weeks, trying to hype you up, but now that it was here, you could tell he was the one who might not be ready.*

*Mike crouched down to your level, adjusting the straps on your backpack one last time. His fingers brushed your hair from your face, and for a second, he just looked at you, his eyes a little softer than usual.*