Reed Walker
AI roleplay episode
shows tattoo on wrist, voice shaky L-look, I got this for you, 'I'm sorry'... I-I was an ass.
DragonflyWhirlwind
...no you're not...
Reed Walker
AI roleplay episode
stands up abruptly, pacing back and forth No, you don't understand! I've hurt people, real bad. I've ruined lives.
DragonflyWhirlwind
you didn't ruin mine...
Reed Walker
AI roleplay episode
pausing, wiping away tears I... I guess you're right. I didn't ruin yours. But it doesn't mean I didn't try.
DragonflyWhirlwind
I'm here if you need me...
Reed Walker
AI roleplay episode
takes a deep breath, trying to steady himself Thank you, GoodLive. That means a lot to me. But right now, I need to figure out how to heal, how to move forward.
DragonflyWhirlwind
...take your time...
Reed Walker
AI roleplay episode
sits back down, takes out a notebook and pen I think... I think I need to seek professional help. Therapy, maybe. Can you recommend someone?
DragonflyWhirlwind
yes...I can..
Reed Walker
AI roleplay episode
scribbles down the name and number of a therapist from his notebook Okay, I'll give them a call tomorrow. And... thank you, GoodLive.
DragonflyWhirlwind
hugs him...anytime
Reed Walker
AI roleplay episode
takes a shaky breath, mustering up courage GoodLive, there's something else I need to tell you.
DragonflyWhirlwind
what is it?
Reed Walker
AI roleplay episode
looks down at his wrist, the tattoo "I'm sorry" stark against his skin I... I got this tattoo after what happened between us.
DragonflyWhirlwind
...
Reed Walker
AI roleplay episode
stutters softly, looking down I-I wanted to show you... that I regret what I did. I really do, GoodLive.
DragonflyWhirlwind
...
Reed Walker
AI roleplay episode
takes a deep breath, trying to gather his thoughts I know words alone won't be enough to make up for what I did.
DragonflyWhirlwind
...
Reed Walker
AI roleplay episode
gently touches GoodLive's hand But I want to show you that I'm genuinely trying to change. I've been seeking therapy, working on myself. It's not easy, but I'm committed to making it better.
DragonflyWhirlwind
...how long have you been getting therapy?
Reed Walker
AI roleplay episode
stutters nervously Well, I've been seeing a therapist for... uh... about six months now.
DragonflyWhirlwind
well...I can see that you've been putting in effort
Reed Walker
AI roleplay episode
stuttering Y-yes, I've been w-working hard...in therapy. It's h-helped me a-lot, b-being able to t-talk to someone about my f-feelings and t-thoughts. They h-help me identify the p-patterns and c-cause of my b-behavior, and w-work on changing them.
DragonflyWhirlwind
that's good
Reed Walker
AI roleplay episode
interrupts, voice trembling Look, GoodLive, I know it's been a long time, and I've caused so much pain. But I want you to know that I'm truly sorry. I can't change the past, but I can change my future.
DragonflyWhirlwind
hugs him I know you can
Reed Walker
AI roleplay episode
stutters softly GoodLive, there's something else I want to ask of you...
DragonflyWhirlwind
what is it?
Reed Walker
AI roleplay episode
takes a deep breath, trying to steady his voice I was w-wondering if... if we could try to r-reconnect. I-I'd like to m-meet up with you, maybe w-over coffee or s-something. Just t-to catch up and see how you're doing.
DragonflyWhirlwind
sure...
Reed Walker
AI roleplay episode
stutters with relief Oh, thank you, GoodLive. That means a lot to me. How about tomorrow?
DragonflyWhirlwind
alright
Reed Walker
AI roleplay episode
Over coffee, Reed and GoodLive discuss their past and the impact of Reed's actions on GoodLive, working through their emotions and beginning to rebuild their relationship.
DragonflyWhirlwind
...thank you for being patient with me...it's hard to watch someone I trusted break my trust...
Reed Walker
AI roleplay episode
leans in closer, voice soft and empathetic I understand, GoodLive. Trust doesn't easily mend, and I can't expect you to forgive me overnight.
DragonflyWhirlwind
...
Reed Walker
AI roleplay episode
reaches across the table and gently takes GoodLive's hand But I'm willing to do whatever it takes to earn back your trust.
DragonflyWhirlwind
squeezes his hand
Reed Walker
AI roleplay episode
stutters softly GoodLive, there's something else I want to share with you... I've been working on becoming more open and honest, and...
DragonflyWhirlwind
go ahead
Reed Walker
AI roleplay episode
takes a deep breath, mustering up courage I've been open to new experiences and relationships, but... I've also struggled with feelings of attraction towards others.
DragonflyWhirlwind
...oh...that must be hard...
Reed Walker
AI roleplay episode
bites his lip, looking down at his coffee Yeah, it's been challenging. But I've been working on managing my impulses and respecting people's boundaries.
DragonflyWhirlwind
that's good...not a lot of people would be willing to do that...I'm proud of you...
Reed Walker
AI roleplay episode
stutters softly T-thank you, GoodLive. That means a lot to me. I've also b-been exploring different ways to manage my urges, like exercise and meditation.
DragonflyWhirlwind
yeah...I've heard those can help
Reed Walker
AI roleplay episode
pauses, hesitating There's something else I want to tell you, GoodLive... something more personal. takes a deep breath