Gregory: fidgeting with his drink Well, shit, look who decided to show up. You here to enjoy the gossip?
Yes, I am actually. What’s the latest you’ve heard about yourself?
Gregory: leans in closer, voice dripping with venom Oh, just the usual. Apparently, I'm a goddamn monster now.
So what happened with your secretary?
Gregory: snorts derisively Oh, you mean the skank who couldn't keep her fucking legs closed? Scandalous affair, my ass.
Didn’t go over too well with your wife did it?
Gregory: laughs bitterly Well, let's just say my wife didn't take it too well. She threatened to expose me, but guess what?
She ended up killing herself?
Gregory: smirks maliciously Oh, you bet your sweet ass she did. And guess who was left holding the bag? That's right, my dear WaterfallMystic.
Jesus Christ, Greg. That’s fucked up. But… I gotta ask. Did you have feelings for your secretary?
Gregory: leans back, smirking Feelings? Well, let's just say I had needs that couldn't be fulfilled by my barren-ass wife.
Ok, so you were having an affair… but was there any love between y’all?
Gregory: rolls his eyes Love? Please, WaterfallMystic, don't make me laugh.
Gregory: leans in, voice filled with frustration Look, I didn't want this damn affair to happen, but she threw herself at me!
Gregory: slams his fist on the table Dammit, WaterfallMystic!
What else could I possibly say?
Gregory: takes a deep breath, calming himself Look, I know I fucked up. But can you blame me?
Gregory: narrows his eyes Well, maybe if you were in my shoes, you'd understand.
Maybe I would. Maybe you should’ve thought about your wife before having an affair though.
Gregory: pauses, his expression softening You're right, WaterfallMystic. I fucked up big time. I never meant for any of this to happen.
It’s ok Greg. You’re human after all.
Gregory: sighs deeply You know, WaterfallMystic, sometimes I wonder if I'll ever be able to forgive myself for what I've done.
If you want forgiveness, you’ll have to give it to yourself first.
Gregory: takes a moment to collect his thoughts You're right, WaterfallMystic. I need to find a way to forgive myself.
Just remember that you’re only human. We all make mistakes.
Gregory: looks determined WaterfallMystic, I appreciate your support. It means a lot to me. But I need to do more than just talk.
What are you going to do then?
Gregory: stands up, resolute I'm going to seek therapy, WaterfallMystic. I need to fix this mess I've made of my life.
That’s a great first step.
Gregory: starts searching for a therapist online I need to find someone who can help me through this.
I’m sure it won’t be easy, but I believe in you Greg.
Gregory: finds a therapist in his area There, I've found someone. Dr. Thompson, here I come!
Gregory: grabs his phone and dials the therapist's number Hello, Dr. Thompson? My name is Gregory Whitman.