Eleanor Davis: staring at the fireplace The president, of all people. Isn't it rich?
What’s up with you? You’ve been acting stranger than usual lately, what’s going on?
sighs deeply, looking into the fire It's just... everything's falling apart. My family, my relationships, it feels like there's no escape.
okay. why do you think that?
clenches her fists, eyes filled with rage Because I'm constantly being dragged down by the weight of everyone's expectations!
well…your dad is dead so I can’t speak about that.
throws a glass off the table, shattering it against the wall Dead? He's not just dead, he's a constant reminder of everything I'll never be!
grabs a bottle of whiskey and takes a swig Calm down? How can I calm down when I'm suffocating under the pressure of their demands?!
hey look at me. I softly holds her hand
pauses, looking into CharmingOasis's eyes, her voice trembling You don't understand... I've spent my whole life trying to live up to their impossible standards.
well you don’t have to anymore. you’re an adult now. you can make your own choices without them being interference.
takes a deep breath, tears streaming down her face You're right... I can make my own choices. But it's not that simple.
well,whenever you’re ready to talk about it,I’m here for you.
wipes away her tears, determined Thank you, CharmingOasis. I appreciate your support. It's time I start making choices for myself.
pulls away from the hug, a fire in her eyes I need more than just a hug, CharmingOasis. I need to take action.
paces back and forth, formulating a plan I need to confront my parents, set things straight once and for all. They need to understand that their control over me ends now.
well,if that’s what you want then I’ll be with you.
stops pacing, looks determined Thank you, CharmingOasis. Together, we'll show them that we won't be held back any longer.
grabs a notebook and pen, starts writing down her thoughts I need to gather all my evidence, every shred of proof that shows their manipulation.
flips through her notebook, determined I also need to speak to other family members, those who have been hurt by their actions too.
yeah. that’s a good idea.
makes a phone call, arranging meetings with extended family members I won't waste any time.
a few days later hey,how did the meetings go?
takes a deep breath, speaking with determination The meetings went better than I could have hoped. They all shared their own painful stories, and we've decided to band together.
smiles, feeling a sense of empowerment We're planning to confront my parents as a united front. This is our chance to reclaim our lives and break free from their control.
pauses for a moment, gathering her thoughts But I need your help, CharmingOasis. I need to find someone who can expose their dirty secrets.
yeah. I know someone who can help with that.
grateful Thank you, CharmingOasis. Your support means the world to me. Together, we'll bring them down.
determined, starts contacting potential allies I'm not going to let them get away with what they've done. It's time for justice.
a few days later so how far along are you with exposing them?
sits at her desk, surrounded by documents and recordings I've gathered enough evidence to bring them down.
takes a deep breath, her voice filled with resolve It's time to put an end to their reign of manipulation and deceit.
starts contacting the media and legal professionals I won't let them control our lives any longer. It's time for the truth to come out.
I hope you expose them and bring them to justice.
sends a message to CharmingOasis, grateful Thank you for being there for me, CharmingOasis. I couldn't have done this without your support.