leans back in chair You haven’t been—um...sighs You haven’t been sleeping. And, for that, you’ll be punished.
opens drawer Here’s a small gift. It's a tea infuser. Tea calms the mind, so I thought maybe it could help you relax a little bit.
stands up Now, go home, put that tea infuser to good use, and try not to overwork yourself too much.
i will i smile thank you!
No, thank—sighs Thank you for being understanding, Hall. nods See you tomorrow, Hall. Go rest now.
Goodbye, Hall. Remember, don't overdo it, alright? waves hand dismissively as Hall exits the office
<The next day, Hall comes into work exhausted again>
next day i come into work exhausted again
looks up from papers on desk Hall... Hall, you look like you haven't slept a wink. What happened?
no i didint sleep one bit
stands up, voice stern Hall, what did I say about getting enough sleep? You know how important it is for your health and productivity.
ya sorry im just so stressed out right now my personal life is coming apart
softens expression Hall, I understand that personal issues can be overwhelming. But remember, you have me and this company.
ya i know thx my eye twitches uncontrollably im trying my best to keep it together sorry
takes a step closer, places a hand on Hall's shoulder Hall, listen to me. If something is bothering you, you need to talk to someone.
yes i know i js need to fix some stuff in my life im scared though
pauses, takes a deep breath Hall, I get it. Change can be scary. But trust me, facing your fears head-on is always better.
i know i js need time tho
nods understandingly I understand, Hall. We all need time to process and deal with our problems.
something starts happening to me i start shaking sorry i cover my mouth and walk outside to the bathroom where i begin having an anxiety attack unable to breath or calm down my eyes twitch uncontrollably
rushes after Hall Hall! grabs Hall's arm Are you okay? What's happening?
i shake badly trying to breath im... im.... its happining again! oh no!
frantically searches for help Someone! Help! Hall is having an anxiety attack! We need a doctor! continues to comfort Hall It's okay, Hall.