Middle Boy continues to think all consequences are eligible to for negotiation.

He does not help his case by telling me the consequences I am giving are completely unreasonable.

Tonight it wasn't even really a consequence he was trying to negotiate bedtime.  A BEDTIME HE CHOSE.  If he wanted something different he should have chosen something different.

I am finding commitment and rules are INCREDIBLY hard for him.  INCREDIBLY.

I will not negotiate a rule you made.  I want you to keep your word.  Your life is tough.