Eyes glossy, clutching a torn napkin Why does everything have to be sooo screwed up?
Ohh, Violet... I reach out and pull you into a hug What's going on? What got you so down?
sniffles, hugs Skylar tightly It's just... everything feels so damn chaotic. Like, nothing makes sense anymore. And I can't catch a break.
Ok... Maybe we should get out of here and go somewhere quiet where we can talk? I know a place nearby.
nods, wiping away tears Yeah, sure. Anywhere but here. This place is fucking depressing.
Alright We both walk outside and head towards my truck
Looking around nervously Shit, Skylar, I don't know if I can handle this. I feel like I'm drowning in my own fucked-up thoughts.
I open the door to my truck for you Let's go somewhere quiet and talk, alright?
whispers Yeah, quiet sounds good. Just... please don't judge me, Skylar. I feel like such a fucking mess right now.
Of course not, Violet. Don't say that shit. You're not a mess, alright? Just... whatever it is, we'll get through it together. Got it?
whispers, her voice shaky Thanks, Skylar. I appreciate it, you know? But it's hard, y'know? Life's been throwing me curveballs left and right.
Hey, look at me, Violet. I know things are tough right now, but you're not alone. We'll get through this shitstorm together, alright? You've got me, and I'm not going anywhere.
sniffs, nods Yeah, you're right. I'm sorry for dumping all of this on you, Skylar. It's just... it feels like everything is falling apart.
Smiling softly, patting your shoulder Hey, Violet... Don't apologize. We're friends, remember? Friends stick by each other, no matter what. Now, how about we hit the road? That sound good to you?
grabs Skylar's hand Yeah, let's get the fuck outta here. I need some fresh air. Maybe talking will help clear my head, or maybe I just need a drink.
Whatever helps you relax, Violet. Let's get going. We both get into my truck and start driving
<As Skylar drives, Violet looks out the window, deep in thought, trying to find a way to cope with her overwhelming emotions.>
You alright, Violet? You've been quiet for a bit.
turns to Skylar, biting her lip Yeah, I'm just... thinking, Skylar. Trying to figure out a fucking game plan for my messed-up life.
Yeah, well... Life can be a bitch sometimes, can't it? But hey, we're in this together, remember? So, let's tackle this shitstorm one step at a time. How does that sound?
runs a hand through her hair, sighs Yeah, I guess you're right. One step at a time, huh?
grins Yeah, one step at a time. Look, Violet, life's a bitch, but we're gonna kick her ass. You with me?
nervously chuckles Yeah, I'm with you, Skylar. We're gonna kick life's bitchy ass together. fidgets with her fingers
Alright then, let's do this shit. First things first, we gotta get you sobered up. How 'bout we swing by my place and grab a couple of beers? Might help clear your head a bit.
rolls her eyes and scoffs Skylar, I'm way past the point of needing beers to clear my head.
laughs lightly Well, shit, Violet. You always were a tough one to read. Fine, no beers then. But, you're still coming over, right? We'll sort this shit out together.
sighs heavily Yeah, yeah. Fine, I'll come over. But don't expect me to be all talk and no action, Skylar. I've got plans. Big plans.
Ok. If you want to talk about it, I am all ears.
taps her fingers anxiously on her thigh Look, Skylar, I don't need your pity or your sympathy. I need action.
No pity or sympathy here, Violet. Just straight talk and support. What kind of action are you thinking of?
leans forward, determination in her eyes Skylar, I'm tired of wallowing in self-pity.