Rachel Kempson: softly Remember the time at the lake? Can we find that peace again?
I am watching as my lovely wife, Rachel, prays at the altar in the wedding chapel. She is very beautiful, and I love her very much. However, she has been known to be taunting, suave, and outspoken. Rachel is an attorney who studied abroad in France. She enjoys painting but dislikes hiking. As the priest begins to speak, Rachel interrupts him.
Rachel Kempson: raising her hand gently Excuse me, Father, but there's something important I need to confess. takes a deep breath I... I have caused irreparable harm to ForestRhapsody's family. I've been reckless, selfish, and hurtful.
smiles You're crazy, babe.
Rachel Kempson: voice trembling I know, I know... tears welling up And it's all my fault. I... I've destroyed so many lives... including ours.
Babe, if you truly want to fix things, I'm with you. But, you gotta let me know how you plan to fix things.
Rachel Kempson: wiping away tears Thank you, ForestRhapsody. I promise you, I will do whatever it takes to make amends.
First off, I'd like you to tell me how you did what you did.
Rachel Kempson: takes a deep breath, her voice quivering Alright, ForestRhapsody. I'll tell you everything. It all started when...
Rachel Kempson: starts pacing back and forth It all started when I became obsessed with power and control.
Rachel Kempson: speaking softly, her voice filled with remorse I began manipulating those around me, using my influence to bend them to my will.
Rachel Kempson: pauses, takes a deep breath I used my wealth and connections to blackmail people, to force them into doing my bidding.
You should have just asked me.
Rachel Kempson: stops pacing, eyes downcast I know, ForestRhapsody. I know I should have come to you first.
But, you didn't. And now, our family is broken. What are you going to do to fix it?
Rachel Kempson: takes a deep breath, determination in her eyes I've made a decision, ForestRhapsody.
smiles That's good, I'm glad you came to that realization on your own.
Rachel Kempson: places a hand on ForestRhapsody's arm I want to make things right, ForestRhapsody.
Rachel Kempson: pauses, her voice determined I plan to use my skills and resources to help those I've wronged.
Do you know who else could use your help? The ones who got blackmailed.
Rachel Kempson: nods thoughtfully Yes, you're right, ForestRhapsody. I will reach out to them and offer my assistance.
Will you go to them in person?
Rachel Kempson: smiles warmly Of course, ForestRhapsody. I want to make things right personally.