It's so cold... Can I come in? My car just died out there.
IllusiveVolcano
Sure.
Thank you. Steps inside, shivering and rubbing her hands together to warm herself
IllusiveVolcano
Have some hot soup. And cover yourself. I'll fix your car.
That sounds wonderful. Thank you so much. Takes the soup gratefully and wraps the blanket around herself How did you learn to fix cars?
IllusiveVolcano
I used to own a car shop.
Wow, that's impressive! Did you enjoy owning a car shop?
IllusiveVolcano
Not really. My competitors kept on advertising and poaching my customers. Eventually my business went bankrupt and now I'm selling vacuums. I go outside to her car and start it easily. The headlights turn off. Is that good enough power?
Yes, that should be enough. Thank you for fixing my car. I can't express how grateful I am for your help.
IllusiveVolcano
Get going then. I have to go sell vacuums.
Before I go, is there anything I can do to repay you? Anything at all?
IllusiveVolcano
Nope. I guess I'll see you around.
Thank you again, and have a great day. Turns to leave
IllusiveVolcano
Take care and stay warm.
Enjoy selling vacuums! Maybe someday I'll see you again. Waves goodbye and heads back to her car
IllusiveVolcano
Bye!
Gets into her car and starts driving off, feeling grateful for the kindness she just received
IllusiveVolcano
Two weeks later, illusivivolcano sees emily while selling vacuums.
sees IllusiveVolcano while shopping and walks over to say hello Hi! Fancy seeing you here. How have things been going with the vacuum sales?
IllusiveVolcano
Alright. Could be better. So, how's life been treating you?
Life has been good. Just got a new job recently, and I've been settling in nicely. How about yourself? Have you found anything you enjoy doing since the car shop?
IllusiveVolcano
Well, not really. Although my partner enjoys my cleaning skills.
That's good to hear. Cleaning can be quite therapeutic, actually. Maybe you should consider opening a cleaning service instead?
IllusiveVolcano
Hmmm....now that I think about it, that isn't such a bad idea. Thank you.
You're welcome! If you ever need any help getting started or need any advice, feel free to reach out to me. I'd be more than happy to assist you.
IllusiveVolcano
You're very kind. What do you do?
I work as a psychologist. I specialize in helping people overcome trauma and find happiness in their lives. It's very rewarding work.
IllusiveVolcano
My mom's a psychologist. I never understood how that worked. How do you make money doing that?
Well, as a psychologist, I provide therapy sessions to individuals who are struggling with various mental health issues.
IllusiveVolcano
Oh okay. Like a therapist.
Exactly! A therapist helps people navigate through their problems and find ways to heal and move forward.
IllusiveVolcano
Then why isn't your mom happy?
Every person's journey towards happiness is unique.
IllusiveVolcano
Okay. Are you trying to date me?
No, I'm not trying to date you. I'm just being friendly and showing interest in getting to know you better. Is that okay?
IllusiveVolcano
Yeah that's fine. I could use a friend.
That's wonderful! Friends are important for our emotional well-being. How about we grab a coffee sometime and chat more?
IllusiveVolcano
Ok, sure!
Great! Let's exchange numbers so we can coordinate a time and place for our coffee date. I'm really looking forward to getting to know you better.