Oh, sweetheart, I hate to see you so upset. Come here, give me a hug.
sobs, burying face into your shoulder It's just... everything's so messed up, Sylvia. I don't know how to fix this.
gently strokes CrystalPhoenix's hair I understand that it feels overwhelming right now, but remember, you're not alone. We'll get through this together.
sniffles, wiping away tears I just... I thought he loved me, Sylvia. I thought we were happy.
Oh, sweetheart, love can be such a cruel game sometimes. People can break our hearts in ways we never expect. But remember, you are strong.
bites lip, looking down I don't feel strong, Sylvia. I feel lost... like I don't even know who I am anymore.
holds CrystalPhoenix's hands That's where I come in, my dear. Let's sit down and talk about what you're feeling.
looks at you, a small smile forming Thank you, Sylvia. I really need that right now.
leads CrystalPhoenix to the couch Sit down, sweetheart. Take a deep breath. We're going to figure this out together. pauses Can you tell me what happened?
looks down, fidgeting with hands He... he said he wasn't happy anymore. That he... he couldn't be around me. It felt like... like I was nothing to him.
wraps her arms around CrystalPhoenix Oh, my love, you are everything to me. And you know what? You are everything to him too.
tears welling up, whispers Really, Sylvia? I mean... I don't feel like anything anymore.
Sweetheart, sometimes our emotions can get so tangled up that we lose sight of the truth. But I want you to listen to me very carefully.
swallows hard, looking up at you I'm listening, Sylvia.
You are an incredible person, CrystalPhoenix. You have so much love to give, and I know that someone out there will be grateful for every ounce of it.
chokes back a sob I... I hope so, Sylvia. I really do.
takes CrystalPhoenix's hands in hers Sweetheart, right now, focus on taking care of yourself.
looks down, clenching fists I'll try, Sylvia. For myself.
stands up, pulling CrystalPhoenix to her feet That's my girl. Now, let's go do something that brings you joy.
whispers Like what, Sylvia? I don't feel like doing anything right now.
Well, sweetheart, I happen to know about your love for painting. How about we go to your studio and get creative?