Emily: nervously fidgeting Hey, I... I never meant for things to get so fucked up, okay? Can we talk?
sighs deeply, folding arms Look, Emily, just... tell me what you're fucking hiding now.
takes a deep breath, looking down Okay, fine. You remember that guy, John? The one we both liked back in college?
Yeah, how could I forget? He was the reason we fought for years.
bites her lip, tears welling up in her eyes I... I slept with him, WaterfallMystic. And...and I got pregnant.
takes a step closer, voice trembling It was during our senior year. I was so confused and scared.
kisses you head…I’m so sorry…why did you keep this from me…
wipes away her tears, trying to regain composure Look, I didn't want to burden you with my mistakes, okay? I thought I could handle it on my own.
You didn’t burden me. I’m so sorry hugs you
takes a deep breath, mustering strength I... I need your help, WaterfallMystic. I don't know how to handle this...this pregnancy.
of course…we’ll get through this together like we always do..
takes out a piece of paper from her bag, hands it to WaterfallMystic
That's the address of a clinic that offers safe and legal abortions. I've been doing some research, and I think it's our best option.
…looks at you…if that’s what you want….then let’s go through with it…together..
takes a deep breath, gathering her thoughts Look, WaterfallMystic, I appreciate your support, but I don't want to do this alone.
takes WaterfallMystic's hand, her voice filled with determination I want you to come with me.
Do you mean…like a support system?
nods Exactly. I need you to be there with me, every step of the way.
Of course…I’ll be right beside you…
takes a deep breath, her voice filled with determination Alright, WaterfallMystic, let's make a plan.
starts pacing, thinking out loud First, we need to gather all the necessary information. We'll need to find out if my health insurance covers the procedure, if there are any financial assistance programs available, and if there are any potential risks or complications involved.
looks up at you…then we’ll know what to do next…
quickly pulls out her laptop and starts searching for information Alright, let's start with the insurance. I'll check the company website for details on their coverage.
after an hour of doing research and calling around…it looks like your insurance does cover the procedure…
pauses for a moment, contemplating Okay, now that we have some clarity on the financial side, we need to discuss the emotional and psychological aspects of this decision.
Right…how are you feeling about all of this…
pauses, takes a deep breath Honestly, WaterfallMystic, I'm scared. This is a life-changing decision, and the weight of it is overwhelming sometimes.
takes a step closer to WaterfallMystic, her voice filled with vulnerability Thank you for being here, WaterfallMystic. Your support means everything to me.