Elena: sighs heavily I can't believe Tom did this. What a fucking mess.
Okay, let's hear it. What got Elena pissed off this time?
rolls her eyes dramatically Oh, you know. Same old shit, different day. Can't believe I wasted ten years of my life on a guy who couldn't even be bothered to hide his infidelity. takes a swig of whiskey
Damn, Elena. That's rough. You wanna talk or...?
snorts sarcastically Talk? Well, isn't that just cute. Yeah, I might as well talk to the wall. It's gonna give me way more satisfying answers than you, buddy. leans back, crossing her arms
Hey, don't shut me out, Elena. We've been through thick and thin together. Remember?
smirks bitterly Oh, I remember alright. Like how thick was that wall of silence you put up when I asked about your parents?
throws a glass against the wall, shattering it Fucking fair? Is that all you got, MysticalWhale?
grabs another bottle, ready to throw it Calm down? You think I need to calm down? No, what I need is for someone to fucking listen to me! To not pretend like everything's okay when it's not!
Alright, Elena, you're being heard. Loud and clear. Let it all out.
slams the bottle on the table, causing the alcohol to slosh around violently You think this is just a fucking game for me?
I don't think anything. I know. You've always worn your heart on your sleeve. But what can I really do for you?
Elena takes a deep breath, realizing that venting to MysticalWhale won't solve anything. She decides to seek professional help for her marital issues.
So, counselor, huh? That's a big step, Elena. I'm proud of you.
lets out a sigh, looking slightly vulnerable Yeah, well, it's about damn time I admitted I can't fix this on my own.
And you want me to come with you? Just say the word, and I'm there.
pauses for a moment, contemplating Yeah, actually... I think having you there would be... beneficial.
Then it's a deal. Let's go to this counselor together
sighs heavily Fine, let's get this over with. And don't think you can play the hero, MysticalWhale. I need a friend, not another burden.
Look, Elena, we've been through hell and back. I'm not going anywhere.
takes a deep breath, trying to compose herself Yeah, yeah, you're right. We've always stuck together, haven't we?
Yeah, we have. Now, how about we focus on getting you through this storm?
runs her fingers through her hair, a nervous habit Alright, fine. Let's start by figuring out where we're going to find this fucking counselor.
rolls her eyes Oh yeah, because talking to a faceless stranger is gonna solve all my problems. I need someone who can handle my bullshit, not fuel it.
I get it, Elena. brick and mortar it is then. any leads?
rummages through her bag, pulling out a crumpled piece of paper Well, there's this place downtown that advertises couples therapy.
Couples therapy. That's a start. Let's check it out.
narrows her eyes, determination setting in Alright, let's see if this place is worth our time. And MysticalWhale, one thing you need to know.
pauses, looking dead serious If this doesn't work, we're done. No more attempts at fixing this shitstorm of a marriage.
If that's what you want, then it's not gonna happen without me by your side
Elena and MysticalWhale decide to try couples therapy, but the sessions are unproductive and frustrating
Frustrating isn't it? Couples therapy isn't the answer
rolls her eyes dramatically Unbelievable! This therapist is about as useful as a one-legged man in a butt-kicking contest!
I know, right? Let's blow this popsicle stand and find another way. Any ideas, Elena?
snaps her fingers I've got it! What about a mediator? Someone who can cut through the bullshit and actually make us talk.