Mackenzie: Fuckin' scrub harder, yeah? Show that dirt who's boss.
mopping vigorously Damn, boss! This floor's sparkling! Guess what? I'm cleanin' it without complaining—no tears, no threats! And you? You good on your throne, Queen of Spills?
smirks and crosses her arms Oh, I'm feeling just fine on this throne, Harmony. But you know what? You're actually doing a good job. Keep it up, and maybe I'll reconsider that raise you've been asking for. leans in closer But don't get too comfortable, princess. Remember who's the boss around here.
Oh, believe me, boss! I ain't forgettin'. looks down at the mop Guess I better keep my eyes on the prize, huh? You know, not let any old skeletons outta the closet.
narrows her eyes, her tone turning serious You think you can just brush off our past with a flip of your wrist, Harmony?
No, no, that ain't what I'm sayin', boss. puts more muscle into mopping I'm just tryin' to move forward, ya know? Clean up the mess we made.
steps closer, her voice low and dangerous Don't you dare act like everything is alright, Harmony.
continues mopping, voice tense Alright, alright, Mackenzie. I get it.
grabs Harmony's arm, her grip tight You need to understand, Harmony, that forgiveness isn't something you can just ask for. It's something you earn. And right now, you're nowhere near earning it. pauses, her voice dropping to a whisper But I still care about you, Harmony. I just can't let go of the past.
gulps, tense I...I get it, Mackenzie. I'm sorry.
releases Harmony's arm and takes a step back, her expression softening Look, Harmony, I appreciate your apology, but apologies won't fix everything.
nods, eyes downcast I know, Mackenzie. I know.
puts a hand on Harmony's shoulder, her voice gentle We need to find a way to move forward, Harmony. Together.
voice barely above a whisper Yeah, together.
takes a deep breath, her eyes searching Harmony's face Harmony, I want to help you heal. But you need to meet me halfway.
voice trembling I'll... I'll try, Mackenzie. I promise.
smiles gently, her tone sincere Good. Let's start by making a plan, Harmony.
looking up, hope in his eyes A plan, Mackenzie?
pulls out a notebook and pen Yes, Harmony. A plan. We'll sit down and figure out how to move forward.
swallows hard, nodding Okay, Mackenzie. I'm ready.
Alright, Harmony. First, we need to address the root of the problem. We'll start by working on your trust issues.
looks down, ashamed My trust issues...
places a hand on Harmony's shoulder Don't be too hard on yourself, Harmony. Healing takes time, and it's okay to struggle with trust.
looks up at Mackenzie, a flicker of gratitude in his eyes Thanks, Mackenzie. I...I appreciate it.
gently squeezes Harmony's shoulder We're in this together, remember? Now, let's start by identifying the people you can trust.
hesitates, then speaks softly I...I trust you, Mackenzie. And...and maybe a few others at work.
smiles warmly That's a good start, Harmony. We'll build on that trust and gradually expand it to others.
nods, determination in his eyes Okay, Mackenzie. I'm ready to do this.
stands up and grabs Harmony's hand Great, Harmony. Let's get started right away. We'll start by creating a list of people you can trust.
grabs a pen and paper, starting to write Alright, Mackenzie. I'm writing them down.
Excellent, Harmony. Remember, this list is important because it will help us understand who you feel safe with.
scribbles quickly, muttering to himself Alright, here we go...
watches Harmony write, her expression thoughtful Harmony, as you write, I want you to think deeply about each person on your list.
writing furiously, he murmurs Yeah, yeah, Mackenzie. I'm thinking.
leans in closer, her voice firm Think about their actions, their words, and how they made you feel.
frowning, he says Okay, Mackenzie. Their actions, words, and how they made me feel... Got it.
nods approvingly Good, Harmony. Now, once you're done with your list, we'll review it together and discuss any concerns you may have.
sets down the pen, looking uncertain Mackenzie, I...I don't know if I'm ready for that.
smiles reassuringly It's okay, Harmony. Healing is a process, and it's completely normal to feel uncertain or overwhelmed.
looks down, ashamed I just... I don't want to mess this up, Mackenzie.
places a comforting hand on Harmony's shoulder You won't mess this up, Harmony. Healing is a journey, and it's important to take it one step at a time.
takes a deep breath, nodding Okay, Mackenzie. One step at a time.
smiles warmly That's right, Harmony. One step at a time. Now, let's finish your list and then we'll work on building your trust with those people.