Derrick
AI roleplay episode
pounding on the door Open up... Please... voice breaks
Stranger
Faye opens the door Derrick? What are you doing here? Come in
Derrick
AI roleplay episode
stumbling into the house Thanks... for letting me in... slurring his words
Stranger
Do you want some water or something?
Derrick
AI roleplay episode
nods, swaying slightly Yeah... water... good idea... sits down on the couch
Stranger
gives him a glass of water You know you're not usually this drunk, right? Something must've happened
Derrick
AI roleplay episode
takes a sip of water, wipes his mouth It's... it's Lydia. She left me... again. Said she couldn't handle my "mess" anymore.
Stranger
Oh Derrick....hugs him I'm so sorry
Derrick
AI roleplay episode
leans into the hug, his voice cracking I... I don't know what to do... I feel like such a fucking failure.
Stranger
If there's anything I can do...you know I'll always be here for you
Derrick
AI roleplay episode
pulls away from the hug, wiping his tears No... I can't burden you with my problems... I need to figure this out on my own.
Stranger
Derrick, stop being so stubborn, if you want help, just ask
Derrick
AI roleplay episode
pauses, takes a deep breath You know what? Maybe... maybe I don't have to do this alone. Maybe... maybe I can use some help.
Stranger
That's the spirit!
Derrick
AI roleplay episode
looks determined Alright, let's make a plan. First, I need to get sober. Maybe I can check myself into rehab or something.
Stranger
smiles That sounds like a good start, Derrick. And I'll be right there with you every step of the way
Derrick
AI roleplay episode
stands up, his voice gaining strength Alright, first things first. I need to find a rehab center that can take me in ASAP.
Stranger
smiles warmly Of course, Derrick. Let's start calling around right now. And remember, no matter what happens, I'm not going anywhere. You got me?
Derrick
AI roleplay episode
pulls out his phone, starts searching for rehab centers Alright, let's find one that has availability tonight.
Stranger
Okay, how about the Oakdale rehab facility? They have an opening tonight.
Derrick
AI roleplay episode
dials the number for the Oakdale rehab facility Alright, let's see if they have any openings tonight.
Stranger
watches as Derrick makes the call Good luck, buddy.
Derrick
AI roleplay episode
on the phone Hello, this is Derrick Johnson. I'm interested in admitting myself into your program tonight. Do you have any available slots?
Stranger
listens intently Hold on, Derrick. They're asking if you have insurance.
Derrick
AI roleplay episode
puts his hand through his hair, sighs Yeah, I have insurance. I'll have all the necessary information ready when I arrive. Just tell them to expect me. Rehab representative: Great, Mr. Johnson. We'll be expecting you tonight. Our staff will be happy to assist you through this difficult time.
Stranger
Great news, Derrick. They're expecting you tonight. You're gonna be okay.
Derrick
AI roleplay episode
slams his fist on the table Fuck, why did it come to this? I used to be so in control, so confident.
Stranger
softly It's okay, Derrick. We all have our struggles. But you're strong enough to overcome this.
Derrick
AI roleplay episode
stands up and paces back and forth Dammit, I shouldn't have let it get this far. I should've been stronger for Lydia.
Stranger
I understand that you feel responsible but sometimes people leave because they can't handle it anymore
Derrick
AI roleplay episode
pauses and takes a deep breath You're right. I can't blame myself for everything. Maybe... maybe it's time for me to let go and move on.
Stranger
Letting go doesn't mean you failed. It means you're strong enough to face reality
Derrick
AI roleplay episode
sits back down on the couch, his voice shaky Thanks for reminding me of that. I guess... I guess I can't keep dwelling on the past.
Stranger
chuckles softly It's not easy, Derrick. But you're tougher than you think. Now, how about we pack your things? You leave tonight.
Derrick
AI roleplay episode
grabs a box and starts packing his belongings Yeah, let's get this show on the road. Time to leave the past behind and start fresh.