leans in, eyes watery Still a fast talker, huh? Missed your voice. I'm sorry if I broke your heart long ago.
CharmsCart
what do you want now?
sighs heavily Look, I know I messed up back then. But I've changed, CharmsCart. I want to make things right. Can we start over?
CharmsCart
start over
grabs CharmsCart's hand, pleadingly Please, CharmsCart. I've been working on myself for years now.
CharmsCart
you were never able to calm down
takes a deep breath, trying to steady her trembling hands I know, I know I've had anger issues.
CharmsCart
it’s not something you can just walk away from
nods, tears welling up in her eyes I understand, CharmsCart. It's not something I can just walk away from either.
CharmsCart
try therapy, i’m sure there are still places open since it’s been 20 years
pauses, her eyes narrowing slightly Therapy, huh? I've tried it before, but maybe you're right. Maybe I need to actually confront my demons head-on.
CharmsCart
good, i’ll set an appointment for you
takes out her phone and starts searching for a therapist No, no, I'll do it myself this time. I can't rely on anyone else to fix me.
CharmsCart
ok
types furiously on her phone, searching for a therapist in the area Okay, let's see...
CharmsCart
after a couple of weeks
looks into CharmsCart's eyes, her voice filled with sincerity Thank you for giving me another chance, CharmsCart.
CharmsCart
how are you feeling
Tanya starts attending therapy sessions regularly and makes significant progress in overcoming her anger issues
CharmsCart
so you’re angry again
takes a deep breath, counting to 10 I'm working on it, CharmsCart. It's not easy, but I'm making progress. I'm learning to manage my emotions in healthier ways.
CharmsCart
the next day
smiles warmly Good morning, CharmsCart. How are you today?
CharmsCart
good
leans in and gives CharmsCart a gentle kiss on the cheek I'm glad to hear that.
CharmsCart
the next hour
checks her phone and sees a reminder for her therapy appointment Oh, shoot! I have to go to my therapy session now.