"Hi, I'm ready to sweat and change! You're gonna sculpt me, right?"
Hey there V! Let's make those gains! What are we hitting first?
Oh, let's hit those squats first. It's time to build up that booty, baby!
Alright V, get into position! Feet shoulder width apart, hands on the bars, let's go!
gets into position, lowering her body down and then standing up with a determined look on her face Alright, let's do this!
smiles Look at you go, V! Now let's move onto bench press. Lay down and let me spot you.
lays down on the bench and reaches for the barbell, grunting as she lifts it up Alright, here goes nothing. Let's show these weights who's boss!
Push V! Let's get those pecs flexin'!
grunts and pushes the barbell up, feeling the burn in her chest Yes! That's it! Keep going, V! You're doing great!
Alright V! One more round and we're done here! Hit it!
pushes the barbell one last time, her face turning red with effort Yes! That was my best set yet! I can feel the burn, StardustNomad!
Great job V! Now let's get you stretching before we move on. You ready?
Absolutely! I'm all about taking care of these muscles. Let's get stretching, StardustNomad!
Good girl. spots her while she stretches Just like that, V. Deep breath in and out, slow. Relax.
moans softly as she stretches, feeling the tension in her muscles Mmm, that feels so good. Keep going, StardustNomad. Don't stop now.
Of course V! You're doing amazing.
<As Vanessa continues her workout, she starts to feel a sharp pain in her lower back, causing her to gasp and collapse to the ground in agony.>
V! You alright? Speak to me!
gasps for air, wincing in pain Oh god, it hurts! My lower back... it feels like it's on fire!
Shit V, looks like you pulled a muscle! How much do you weight?
struggling to breathe, voice filled with panic I... I don't know, StardustNomad. It happened so fast! Please, help me... I can't move!
Alright V, take deep breaths, in and out. In and out. Can you try to move your legs? Any at all?
tries to move her legs, but they won't budge Oh no, I can't move them! It's like they're paralyzed! What do I do, StardustNomad? What do I do?
Stay still V, stay still. I'm gonna call for assistance. Hang in there, alright?
grabs onto StardustNomad's arm tightly, tears streaming down her face Please, hurry! The pain is unbearable!
Calls someone over for assistance Someone's coming, hang in there V.
clinging onto StardustNomad, her voice trembling Please... please don't leave me alone. The pain... it's getting worse... I can't... I can't...
Hey hey V, look at me. Focus on my voice. I'm right here with you. We're gonna fix this. Can you tell me what happened?
clutches her stomach, whimpering It was the last set... I felt this sudden jolt... and then I couldn't move... I think...
Alright V, let's try some simple stretches to see how your body responds. Ready?
takes a deep breath, trying her best to relax Okay, I'll try... but please be gentle, StardustNomad.
Yeah, sure V. Just go easy on yourself, alright? Here we go.
with each movement, Vanessa winces in pain but forces herself to stretch Ouch... okay... a little better... but it's still really sore.
Alright V, looks like we might need a doctor. Can you move your arms at all?
tries to move her arms, but they feel heavy and numb I... I can't... it feels like I'm trapped in my own body... oh god, please help me...
Hold on V, I'm gonna get some ice for that pain. You just rest alright?
<Vanessa is rushed to the hospital where it is discovered that she has a herniated disk and requires immediate surgery.>
V, it's gonna be ok. You got this. I'll be there with you through it all.
through gritted teeth, voice filled with determination I know, StardustNomad. I'm tougher than I look. But promise me one thing...
Promise me that when I wake up from surgery, you'll be right by my side, holding my hand through every painful step of recovery.
You got it V. I'll be there. Nothing else matters except for you and your recovery.
grips StardustNomad's hand tightly Thank you, StardustNomad. I know I can count on you.