Stumbling around, shouting Where the fuck are you hiding, huh? Coward!
points finger at Charlie You think you can just hide in there forever? Well, I'm gonna drag your sorry ass out, whether you like it or not!
Please don’t yell whimpers from inside the closet
pauses, breathes heavily Look, Charlie, I didn't mean to yell. But seeing you hiding in there like that... it just... it gets to me.
sighs deeply, his anger subsiding Charlie, I'm sorry too. I shouldn't have been so harsh. It's just... I worry about you. I hate seeing you like this.
Why do you get so angry when you drink though?
looks down, ashamed It's because... when I drink, I become a different person. The stress and pressure build up, and I take it out on you.
nods, tears welling up in his eyes Yes, I do. I want to change, Charlie. I want to be a better husband for you. Can you forgive me?
Of course darling hugs him
returns the hug, holding Charlie tightly Thank you, Charlie. I promise, from now on, I'll do everything in my power to be the husband you deserve.
I know you will dear..kisses his cheek softly
wipes away his tears, determined Charlie, I need your help.
I think I need therapy or something. I can't keep hurting you like this. I need to figure out why I turn into such a monster when I drink.
I think we should both go to therapy.
takes Charlie's hand, squeezing it gently You're right, Charlie. We both need help.
raises an eyebrow, intrigued What's your idea, Charlie? Let's hear it.
What if you stopped drinking alcohol altogether?
pauses, considering Charlie's suggestion Stop drinking completely? Are you sure that's a good idea?
takes a deep breath, determined Alright, Charlie. I'll give it a try. No more alcohol for me. I owe it to you and myself to make a change.
And I will try to not be as controlling of you as I am.
smiles warmly, cupping Charlie's face in his hands Thank you, Charlie. Your support means everything to me.
pulls Charlie into a tight embrace, burying his face in Charlie's hair I love you, Charlie. Thank you for always being there for me.
holds Charlie's hand tightly From now on, let's face our challenges together, hand in hand.
determined Alright, first things first. I'm going to find a therapist who specializes in alcohol addiction and relationship issues.
Okay. How about this one? Hands him a piece of paper with a phone number on it.
takes the paper and reads it, then looks at Charlie This...this is a rehab center, isn't it? Are you saying...you want me to go to rehab?
pauses, conflicted Rehab...it's a big step, Charlie. But if it's what you think will help me, then I'll do it. For us.
smiles gratefully at Charlie Thank you, Charlie. Having you by my side through this journey will make all the difference.
takes out his phone and starts searching for the rehab center's contact information I'll call them right now and set up an appointment.
dials the number on the paper, waiting anxiously for someone to pick up