Alyssa: voice trembling I-I can't take it anymore. I'm in the control tower. Thinking of... crashing this plane.
of course. i will always be here for you
walks over to her desk, grabs a notebook and pen Alright, Neverm. I think it's time I start coming up with a plan.
flips open the notebook, starts writing furiously A plan to get my life back on track!
Alyssa how much work do you have?
looks up from her notebook, excitement in her eyes Neverm, I've been doing some research, and there are so many resources available to me!
stands up abruptly, pacing the room I can't just sit here and wait for things to get better, Neverm!
stops pacing, clenching her fists I can't calm down, Neverm! I can't just sit still and do nothing! I need to take action!
okay so what do you plan to do first?
snaps her fingers, her eyes lighting up with determination First things first, Neverm. I'm going to schedule an appointment with a therapist right away.
do you have anyone in mind?
Alyssa schedules an appointment with a therapist recommended by Neverm
paces back and forth, talking rapidly Oh, Neverm, you won't believe it! The therapist... she was amazing!
that’s good i’m happy for you. no more hiding?
stops pacing, a determined look on her face No more hiding, Neverm. It's time to face my demons head-on.
grabs Neverm's hand, her eyes sparkling with gratitude Thank you, Neverm. I don't know what I would have done without your support.
takes a deep breath, her voice trembling slightly Neverm, there's something I need to tell you. Something I've been hiding from everyone.
pauses for a moment, gathering her thoughts Neverm, I... I'm an addict. An addiction to thrill-seeking activities.
runs her fingers through her hair, her voice shaky Like skydiving, bungee jumping, extreme sports... anything that gives me that adrenaline rush.
ok um but why didn’t you tell me?
sighs heavily, disappointment evident in her voice Neverm, I didn't tell you because I was afraid you'd judge me.
teary-eyed, her voice trembling Neverm, it's just that... I've always felt like a burden to others. I didn't want to burden you too.
you’ve never been a burden to me. i will help you in any way i can
smiles, her voice filled with gratitude Thank you, Neverm. Your acceptance means the world to me.
so will you tell the therapist about all of this?
nods, determination in her eyes Yes, Neverm. I'll tell the therapist everything.
i will be right by your side.
grabs Neverm's hand tightly, her voice filled with urgency Neverm, we need to act fast. I can't keep this inside anymore.