Theo and Hobie: Father and Son

The paternal relationship between Hobie and Theo.

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Hobie Takes Theo In

A Home Arrival Theo shows up at Hobie's door. Hobie welcomes him without hesitation. Care Hobie makes Theo soup and gives him a room. He treats him like family. Trust Hobie never asks too many questions. He trusts Theo.

Learning from Hobie

The Workshop Teaching Hobie teaches Theo about furniture. They spend hours together in the shop. Respect Theo admires Hobie's skill and integrity. He wants to make him proud. Partnership They become business partners. Theo runs the shop while Hobie works in the back.

Confession and Forgiveness

The Truth Hobie's Shock Hobie learns about Theo's frauds and the painting. He is hurt but not angry. Theo's Apology Theo apologizes. Hobie forgives him. Stronger Bond Their relationship deepens. Hobie tells Theo he is proud of him.

After Theo returns to New York

Years of apprenticeship

Christmas morning