Kamala Harris: wiping tears Can you believe that bastard? Years of lies? How could I not see it?
The clock strikes 5pm Bestie, it’s time to leave!
starts gathering her belongings You're right, Morris. Let's get out of here and start our evening adventure.
We head towards the exit As we walk to the elevator, I ask her Bestie, would you like to go to dinner before we pack?
smiles warmly That sounds like a great idea, Morris. Let's grab some dinner and celebrate the beginning of a new chapter in my life.
We walk to the parking lot and get into my car
leans back in the car seat, taking a deep breath Morris, I have to say, I feel a sense of relief wash over me.
I smile You’ve come a long way, bestie. I’m glad to hear that! I drive to my house
looks out the window, lost in thought It's strange, but I feel lighter already. Maybe it's because I'm finally taking control of my life.
I park the car and get out I look at Kamala It sure looks like it, bestie! Take a look at how far we’ve come!
steps out of the car and takes a deep breath You're right, Morris. Standing outside and looking at this beautiful home...
I open the door Come on in, bestie! I’ll help you unpack while we enjoy our dinner!
enters the house and looks around Thank you, Morris. This place is lovely. starts unpacking her suitcase Let's get started on that unpacking.
I begin helping her Oh, bestie, I wish you had seen your face when I told you we were moving in together!
laughs I can't believe I didn't think of it sooner. You know, Morris, we make such a great team.
pauses for a moment, then looks at Violet with gratitude You know, Morris, I don't know what I would have done without you.
I smile Oh, bestie, I’m glad I could help! I head to the kitchen
follows Violet to the kitchen I can help you with dinner preparations if you need me.
Thanks, bestie! We’ll have a meal fit for a queen!
begins chopping vegetables Speaking of queens, I've always admired strong women who pave their own paths.
pauses chopping and smiles warmly Yes, like myself. It's time I embrace that strength and show John what he's been missing out on.
I nod and smile And you sure will, bestie!
continues chopping vegetables, determined You know, Morris, I've decided to take a bold step. I'm going to confront John and demand a divorce.
I turn and look at her Well, if that’s what you want, bestie!
finishes chopping the vegetables and begins sautéing them in a pan You know, Morris, this dinner is more than just a meal.
I look at her What do you mean, bestie?
pauses sautéing and looks at Violet with determination I mean that this dinner is a symbol of empowerment, a celebration of taking control of my life.
I smile and nod That makes sense, bestie.
takes a deep breath, steadying herself You're right, Morris. It's time to take control and live life on my own terms.
That’s right, bestie! I continue cooking
turns off the stove and steps away from the kitchen You know, Morris, I've been thinking a lot about our future together.
I turn to face her And what about our future, bestie?
smiles confidently Well, Morris, I've decided to focus on building my career and pursuing my passions.
That’s great, bestie! Your passion has always been your biggest asset!
picks up a notebook and pen You're right, Morris. I'm going to start planning my next steps.
I smile Sounds good, bestie! It’s a good thing to have a plan!
scribbles down ideas in her notebook I'm going to reach out to some contacts in my industry and see if there are any opportunities for growth.
I nod That’s a great idea, bestie!
stands up and grabs her phone You know, Morris, sometimes taking control means making big changes.
I smile Yeah, sometimes it does, bestie!
dials a number on her phone I'm going to call my old mentor and see if they can offer me some guidance.
I smile That’s a great idea, bestie!
speaks into the phone Hello, this is Kamala Harris. I hope you remember me.
Kamala Harris successfully reconnects with her old mentor and sets up a meeting to discuss her career plans.
I smile That’s great, bestie! It’s always good to have connections!
hangs up the phone and turns to Violet You won't believe it, Morris. I just connected with my old mentor.