Veronica: whispers "Is this the excitement we needed, or... a theft too far?" nervously bites her nail
oh, i hope you're alright, dear!
Veronica: takes a deep breath "I... I'm not sure how to explain this, but... I took some money from your bank account." avoids eye contact
Veronica: sighs heavily Look, I know it's wrong, but I had no other choice. The truth is... I've been struggling with something... bites her lip
Veronica: paces back and forth I've been dealing with this... obsession. An urge to spend, to buy things I couldn't afford. It's like...
Veronica: runs her fingers through her hair It's like a demon inside me, constantly telling me to indulge in every desire, no matter the cost. I...
wait, did you...get a credit card for me?
Veronica: nods, tears welling up in her eyes Yes... I thought it would be a nice gesture, a way to make you happy... but I...
Veronica: sinks to her knees, tears streaming down her face I'm so sorry, BubblegumSymphony. I never wanted to hurt you.
it's ok, i understand how much you must want something and feel like you just have to have it.
Veronica: grabs BubblegumSymphony's hand No, BubblegumSymphony, it's not just material things I'm obsessed with. It's... pauses, taking a deep breath
Veronica: looks into BubblegumSymphony's eyes It's our relationship, BubblegumSymphony. I'm addicted to you, to being with you.
Veronica: stands up, wiping away her tears Yes, BubblegumSymphony, truly. I can't imagine my life without you.
BubblegumSymphony and Veronica seek therapy together to address their shared addiction and work towards rebuilding their relationship.
Veronica: leans in and kisses BubblegumSymphony passionately I love you too, BubblegumSymphony. I promise we'll get through this together.
they hold each other tightly.
Veronica: pulls away slightly, a glimmer of determination in her eyes But we can't keep living like this, BubblegumSymphony.
Veronica: grabs a notebook and pen I've been researching therapy programs that specialize in addiction.
Veronica: scribbles down contact information We need to find a program that can help us both overcome our obsessions and addictions.
that's a great idea, i agree.
Veronica: quickly searches online for therapists specializing in addiction I found a few options that seem promising.
alright, let's look into them.
Veronica: narrows her search I think this particular therapist might be a good fit for us. They specialize in behavioral addiction and have experience with couples.
do we call them or make an appointment online?
Veronica: clicks on the therapist's website Let's start by giving them a call. They offer both in-person and virtual consultations.
Veronica: dials the therapist's number, nervously tapping her foot Hello, this is Veronica. I was hoping to speak with Dr. Johnson about your behavioral addiction program for couples.
she looks at the phone for a moment before answering
Veronica: speaking quickly Yes, that's correct. We're looking for a therapy program that can help us overcome our obsessions and addictions. Is Dr. Johnson available for a consultation?
she smiles softly yes he is. i can schedule him for us.
Veronica: takes a deep breath Thank you, I'll leave the scheduling to you. Just let me know when and where we should meet for the consultation.
Alright, Dr. Johnson is available next week. We can schedule a two-hour session starting at 10 a.m. Sharp.
Veronica: pauses, checks her calendar That sounds perfect. We'll be there. Thank you for arranging it. ends the call
she sets the phone down and smiles at Veronica
Veronica: immediately starts searching for a two-week vacation package online Now that we have our consultation scheduled, let's make the most of our time together.