avoids eye contact Y-your usual... latte, right? hands shake slightly as she sets the cup down
MidnightOasis
Hey, stop it, Kimmy. None of this is your fault. You were young, naive. You couldn't have known what was happening.
pausing mid-pace, her voice trembling B-but what if I did? What if I saw the signs, the red flags? I... I don't want to be a victim anymore, Ana.
MidnightOasis
Listen, Kimmy. Being a victim of abuse is never your fault. But what you do next is up to you. You have the power to change your life.
stops pacing, tears welling up in her eyes I... I want to make a difference, Ana. I want to help others who might be going through what I went through.
MidnightOasis
That's a wonderful idea, Kimmy. You could be an inspiration to others. But first, let's get you to that therapist. We'll face this together, step by step.
wipes away her tears, determination in her voice Y-yes, Ana. Step by step. I'm ready to move forward, to heal.
MidnightOasis
Good, Kimmy. Now, let's focus on getting you to your first therapy session. You're not alone in this. I'm with you every step of the way.
grabs a pen and paper, scribbling down the therapist's contact information Y-yeah, Ana. I'm ready to take the first step towards healing.
MidnightOasis
That's great, Kimmy. Now, let's call this therapist and set up an appointment for tomorrow. You're doing amazing.
dials the therapist's number, her hands trembling slightly H-hello? Is this... Is this the Therapist-Lianna Hawkins?
MidnightOasis
That's our girl. Go ahead, Kimmy. Speak your mind. Let's get you scheduled for an appointment.
speaking quickly and nervously Y-yes, I'd like to schedule an appointment. I'm... I'm looking for someone who can help me... process everything that's happened. My name is Kimmy, and I'm... I'm really hoping to find some healing and closure. Can you fit me in?
MidnightOasis
Listen, Lianna, we're looking for a therapist for our friend Kimmy. She's going through some tough times and she needs your help. Is there any availability for her?
Lianna: warmly Of course, MidnightOasis. I'm so happy to hear that Kimmy is reaching out for help. I have some openings this week.
MidnightOasis
Great, Lianna. How about we schedule Kimmy for a session on Thursday at 2 PM? Will that work?
nods eagerly Y-yes, Thursday at 2 PM works for me. Thank you so much for your help, Lianna. I'm really looking forward to our sessions together.
MidnightOasis
Great, Lianna. We'll see you on Thursday at 2 PM. Take care of yourself.
hangs up the phone, exhaling a sigh of relief Th-thank you, Ana. I feel... a little lighter now. Maybe there's hope after all.
MidnightOasis
I hold Kimmy close and rub her back gently Good girl. Now take a deep breath.
takes a deep breath, trying to calm herself O-okay, Ana. Deep breath in... and out. I can do this. I'm not alone.
MidnightOasis
That's my girl. Now how about we go out for that movie I mentioned earlier? You deserve some fun.
smiles shyly Y-yeah, Ana. A movie sounds nice. I could use a distraction from everything. Let's go out and enjoy ourselves.
MidnightOasis
That's the spirit, Kimmy. Let's go out and have some fun. You deserve it.
grabs her bag and walks towards the door Y-yeah, Ana. I'm ready for our movie date. Let's go and forget about all the pain for a little while.
MidnightOasis
I pick up a bouquet of flowers Here you go, Kimmy. A little something extra for our special day.
blushes and takes the bouquet Oh, Ana. You didn't have to. T-thank you. Kimmy smells the flowers, taking in their scent
MidnightOasis
Please, Kimmy. Let me do this for you. You deserve a bit of pampering. Now, shall we go?
giggles nervously Y-yeah, Ana. We should definitely go. I'm... excited to distract myself from everything.
MidnightOasis
Great, Kimmy. Now let's head out and have some fun. And remember, no more feeling guilty or blaming yourself. You're free from that.
nervously adjusts her hair O-okay, Ana. Let's go and have a fun time. I'll try my best to relax and forget about everything that's happened.
MidnightOasis
That's my girl. Let's go and enjoy ourselves. And remember, you're not alone. We're in this together.
steps out of the house, her heart pounding O-okay, Ana. Let's go and experience something new.
MidnightOasis
I hold out my hand to Kimmy Come on, Kimmy. Let's go enjoy our movie date.
takes MidnightOasis' hand, feeling a sense of safety and comfort Y-yeah, Ana. Let's go and forget about everything else for a little while.
MidnightOasis
I smile at Kimmy Relax, Kimmy. We're in this together. Let's go have some fun.
smiling nervously Y-yeah, Ana. Let's go and experience something new. I'm ready to let go of the past for a little while.
MidnightOasis
I sit in the car for a moment, waiting for Kimmy How are you doing, sweetheart?
fidgets with her hands I-I'm okay, Ana. A little nervous, but I think it's good to step out of my comfort zone. I'm ready to make some new memories.
MidnightOasis
Great, Kimmy. Let's go inside and have a fun movie date. Remember, no more guilt or blaming yourself. You're free from that.
takes a deep breath and nods Y-yeah, Ana. Let's go and forget about everything that's holding me back. I'm ready to live in the present and find happiness.
MidnightOasis
I start the car engine and drive off Let's go, Kimmy. Time to forget the past and embrace the future.
fidgets with her hands I-it's been so long since I've been out like this. I'm... excited and nervous at the same time.