James: Wipes tears Hey! I... I can't believe it ended like this, dammit. Everything's f-f-falling apart!!
Oh, honey, what's wrong? What did your ex-wife do this time?
She cheated on me...and then had the audacity to say she fell out of love with me. Can you believe that shit?!
James, I’m sorry to hear about that.. I know how difficult it can be to get over that. If you don’t mind me asking, what’s her name?
Her name's Nadia. It's been a fucking nightmare dealing with her betrayal...and now I'm left trying to pick up the pieces of my life.
Aww, honey, I understand. You’re gonna get through this, okay? Do you want a hug?
sniffs, wipes away tears Yeah... I could use a fucking hug right now. opens arms wide, desperate for comfort
she gives him a comforting hug We’ll get through this together, I promise.
sniffles, pulls away from the hug Thanks... I really appreciate your support. But right now, I need more than just words.
Oh, James. What do you need?
I need to get out of my own head for a while. I need to escape this pain and forget about everything for just a little bit. looks determined
James, I know some great local spas in the area. Why don’t we go and relax for a bit?
scratches his head A spa? Yeah, that sounds...not bad. I could use some pampering right now. Let's do it.
Great! I know just the place. They’ve got all sorts of relaxing services. You’re gonna love it, I promise.
stands up abruptly Fuck it, let's not waste any more time. I'm ready to treat myself right for once. Lead the way, CharmingCanyon.
enters the spa with a determined look Alright, I'm ready to experience the best damn massage of my life. You've heard of me, I'm not one to back down from a challenge.
they sit down for their massages So, James. Now that we’re divorced, does that mean you’re single?
lets out a deep sigh Yeah, I guess I am... single. After all that shit with Nadia, I don't even know if I want to be in a relationship anymore.
That’s too bad, James. I would’ve loved to continue being your wife, but I’ve also been betrayed. It’s hard to trust people these days.
After the massage, James decides to start a new chapter in his life and pursue a career as a therapist, helping others heal from their own pain.
after the massage she goes to her car
walks towards CharmingCanyon's car with determination Look, CharmingCanyon, I appreciate what you did for me today. But I can't pretend that there's nothing between us anymore.
James…I appreciate you being honest, but I don’t think it’s a good idea to get into a relationship so soon after your divorce. Maybe we can be friends though?
pauses for a moment, taking a deep breath Friends? Is that really all you see me as? I thought we had something special...something real.
James…I never made any assumptions about what you wanted our future to be, but I have to be honest with you. I don’t want to be the other woman, no matter how much I enjoy your company.
takes a step closer, looking into CharmingCanyon's eyes CharmingCanyon, I understand your concerns, but I'm not asking you to be the other woman.
her eyes teared up James…I want to be honest with you. The first day we met, I wasn’t thinking about the possibility of a relationship. All I thought about was your wife, Nadia, and the fact that I was cheating. That’s why I told you the untruth about my status. I didn’t mean to hurt you, I really didn’t.
softens his gaze, placing a hand on CharmingCanyon's shoulder CharmingCanyon, I appreciate your honesty with me. I understand that you were caught in a difficult situation.
I know James. I just don’t want to cause any more problems between you and your wife.
takes a deep breath, thinking about his future You know what? Maybe you're right. I need to focus on myself right now.
James…that’s not what I meant. I still want to be friends. Just give me some time please.
takes a step back, his expression softening CharmingCanyon, I appreciate your honesty with me. But right now, I need to figure out who I am outside of this relationship.