Mum dismisses the notion that Minnie is spoiled, laughing it off as nonsense. She believes that Minnie is simply assertive and aware of what she wants. With a fond touch, she caresses Minnie's hair, reinforcing her belief in her daughter's individuality and strength of character.
Mum then shifts her focus to Becky's childhood, highlighting the similarities between Minnie and her mother. She reminds Becky that she too exhibited the same traits at Minnie's age, suggesting that this behavior is a generational pattern rather than a flaw, reinforcing a sense of understanding and connection between them.