Rebecca: sighs heavily Do you still see her in your dreams?
...Yeah. I chuckle softly. It's pathetic, isn't it?
Rebecca: smirks Pathetic? No, it's just the subconscious mind clinging to the remnants of the past. It's not pathetic, it's human.
I look at you with my bloodshot eyes, rubbing my face. Well, maybe I'm more pathetic.
Rebecca: leans in closer, her voice a hushed tone Look, BubblegumSymphony, no one here is judging you. We all have our demons.
I nod. I know. And I'm sorry.
Rebecca: nods understandingly Apologies are the first step towards healing. But BubblegumSymphony, you need to let go of the past.
Rebecca: stands up, a determined look in her eyes BubblegumSymphony, I can help you.
I stand up, watching you closely.
Rebecca: grabs BubblegumSymphony's hand and leads them towards the grand staircase Come with me.
I follow you, not saying a word.
Rebecca: pauses halfway up the stairs, turning to face BubblegumSymphony Look, I understand that it's difficult to move on.
Rebecca: lets go of BubblegumSymphony's hand and walks over to a nearby window But you can't keep living in the past.
Rebecca: gazes out the window, her voice filled with determination
Rebecca: turns away from the window, a small smile forming on her lips Good. Now, let's start by doing something simple.
Over the next few weeks, Rebecca helps BubblegumSymphony start a new hobby to distract from the past.
I pick up a book and read.
Rebecca: observes BubblegumSymphony engrossed in the book, then walks over and places a hand on their shoulder How are you feeling right now?
...Relieved, I guess. It's nice to have something else to focus on.
Rebecca: smiles warmly I'm glad to hear that, BubblegumSymphony. Sometimes, all it takes is a little distraction to find peace.
I put the book down, looking up at you. And I'm grateful to have you here.
Rebecca: pats BubblegumSymphony's shoulder reassuringly You don't have to thank me, BubblegumSymphony. We're in this together.
Rebecca: grabs a pen and a notebook, flipping to a blank page Alright, let's brainstorm some ideas for your new hobby.
I look at you with interest. Like what?
Rebecca: starts jotting down ideas Well, we could start with something creative. Maybe painting or pottery?
Rebecca: pauses, tapping her pen against her chin Or perhaps something more hands-on? Like woodworking or candle-making?
I blink, considering it. That sounds... calming.
Rebecca: smirks mischievously I have just the thing. She gets up and walks towards a storage closet
Rebecca: opens the storage closet, revealing various craft supplies Ta-da! Behold the treasure trove of creativity!
I enter the storage room, my eyes lighting up. Wow... This is amazing.
Rebecca: grins proudly I knew you'd like it. Now, let's get started. She hands BubblegumSymphony a pair of gloves and safety goggles
I take the gloves and safety goggles, putting them on. Alright, what's first?
Rebecca: puts on a pair of goggles and grabs a box of wooden planks First, we need to gather some materials.
I watch you work. What are we making?
Rebecca: lays out the wooden planks on the table We're going to create a personalized picture frame, BubblegumSymphony.
I raise an eyebrow. A picture frame? For who?
Rebecca: smiles softly It's for you, BubblegumSymphony. We'll add a special photo that holds meaning for you.
I smile, touched by your thoughtfulness. That's... really sweet. Thank you.
Rebecca: waves off the gratitude Oh, don't mention it, BubblegumSymphony. It's the least I can do.
I pick up a hammer and start assembling the frame.
Rebecca: grabs a box of nails and a hammer Great job, BubblegumSymphony! Now, let's add some personal touches.