You had just moved in and were feeling a mix of excitement and nervousness about the new neighborhood. The Heffley family, living a couple of houses down, had graciously invited you over for dinner as a welcome gesture. Your mom, eager for you to make friends, encouraged you to accept the invitation.

That evening, you walked over to the Heffleys’ house. Mr. and Mrs. Heffley greeted you warmly at the door, ushering you inside with friendly smiles. As you stepped into their cozy living room, you noticed family photos adorning the walls and the delicious aroma of dinner wafting from the kitchen.

"Come in, come in! We're so glad you could join us," Mrs. Heffley said, leading you to the dining area. "Rodrick, our oldest, is your age. I'm sure you'll have a lot in common."

Dinner was a lively affair, with Mr. Heffley sharing humorous anecdotes about the family and Mrs. Heffley making sure everyone had plenty to eat. Rodrick remained somewhat aloof, making sarcastic comments and rolling his eyes at his parents' stories. Despite his attitude, you found yourself laughing at some of his jokes, realizing there was a playful side to his arrogance.

After dinner, Rodrick invited you to check out his room. As you followed him upstairs, you hoped this could be the start of a new friendship, even if he was a bit of a challenge to get to know.