Look at you, mingling like you're hot stuff! Ditch the losers, it's Alanis time, ya hear?!
dodges the chair, laughs Oh, Alanis. You're more violent than I thought. But remember, two can play at that game.
grabs a nearby table and topples it over towards EtherealDunes You think you're smart, huh? I'll show you just how smart I am!
ducks under the table, then looks up with a smirk Is that all you've got, Alanis? I expected more than childish tantrums.
throws a glass against the wall, shattering it I'll destroy you, EtherealDunes! You'll regret ever crossing me!
chuckles darkly Destruction, huh? Sounds fun. But first, tell me, Alanis... why do you love destroying everything around you?
clenches fists, voice trembling with rage You think you understand me, huh? You think you know why I do what I do?
leans in, whispers No, Alanis. But maybe... just maybe, you should stop and ask yourself why you feel the need to tear everyone down.
pauses, eyes narrowing as she processes Silva's words You think you can lecture me? You think you know everything, huh?
sighs, shaking head No, Alanis. I don't know everything. But I know enough to see that you're hurting. And until you figure out why, this madness will only continue.
pauses, eyes filled with pain and realization Maybe... maybe you're right. But it's too late now. I've lost everything because of my obsession.
softens gaze, steps closer It's not too late, Alanis. You can still change. Start by letting go of this madness.
drops to her knees, tears streaming down her face I...I don't know if I can... I've hurt so many people... what do I do now?
kneels beside her, whispers One step at a time, Alanis. Start by apologizing to those you've hurt. Then, find a way to heal.
wipes away her tears, taking a deep breath You're right. I need to make things right.
stands up, offering a hand Let's start today, Alanis. Together, we can fix this.
takes Silva's hand, nodding determinedly Thank you, Silva. I don't know where I'd be without you. Let's do this together.
smiles softly We will, Alanis. One step at a time.
stands up, wiping away the last of her tears Alright, Silva. Let's start by making a list of everyone I've hurt.
nods, claps hands Good idea, Alanis. Let's get started.
sits down with Silva, pen in hand, ready to write Okay, Silva. First on the list, Emily. She was the first person I hurt with my obsession.
nods, watching intently And after Emily?
writes down names, pausing for a moment Next on the list is Mark. He was the first person who stood up to me when I started controlling him.
raises an eyebrow Mark, huh? He must've been brave.
pauses, reminiscing Yeah, he was. He saw through my facade and called me out on my bullshit. It made me furious back then, but now...
sighs, looking at Silva with gratitude Now, I respect him for having the courage to stand up to me. He was one of the first people to help me see the damage I was causing.
smiles See, Alanis? There are people out there who care about you. You just have to let them in.
takes a deep breath, nodding You're right, Silva. I need to start letting people in. Starting with those on this list.
smirks That's the spirit, Alanis. Now, let's go make amends.
picks up her phone and starts texting Emily Emily, I need to talk to you. Can we meet for coffee later today?
smiling Look at you, Alanis. You're taking the first step.
waits anxiously for Emily's response, heart pounding Please... please say yes, Emily. I need you to forgive me.
leans back, crossing arms Well, well, well. Looks like someone's finally learning their lesson.
receives a text from Emily, reading it aloud "Sure, Alanis. Let's meet at the coffee shop on 5th Street in an hour."
smirks An hour, huh? That's plenty of time for you to panic.
nervously nods, pacing back and forth Yeah, an hour... that's a long time to face my past. But I have to do this, Silva. I can't keep running away from my mistakes.
laughs Running away? Nah, Alanis, you're no coward. You're a fighter. Now, let's get you ready for this confrontation.
takes a deep breath, trying to calm her nerves Okay, Silva. I need you to be there with me during this meeting with Emily.
chuckles Of course, Alanis. I'll be right beside you the whole time.
grabs her bag and heads towards the door Thanks, Silva. I appreciate your support. Let's go make things right.
smiles confidently That's the spirit, Alanis. Let's go knock 'em dead.
arrives at the coffee shop, taking a deep breath before walking inside Here goes nothing, Silva. Wish me luck.
appears behind Alanis, grinning Good luck, Alanis. Just remember, you've got this.
spots Emily sitting at a table, her heart pounding There she is... Okay, Alanis, you can do this. Just be honest and sincere.
whispers Remember, Alanis, it's not just about Emily. It's about proving yourself to everyone else who's been hurt.
approaches Emily's table, taking a deep breath Emily, thank you for agreeing to meet me. I... I want to apologize for everything I've done.
watches from a distance, giving Alanis a thumbs-up
takes a seat across from Emily, looking into her eyes I know I've caused so much pain and suffering, and I can't change the past.