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Work to Do Chapter 12
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Dr. Rudnick’s Office- Present Day
The
topic Alice had dreaded was upon them. Dana had asked at their last
session that they get it over with or at least begin the conversation
because she felt it was the issue hanging over them the most.
Alice
understood but found it interesting that Dana thought the stalking
discussion would be more complicated than their break up itself.
As
Thursday drew closer it wasn’t lost on Alice that Dana hadn’t slept at
her house once that week. “Great, she’ll show up for therapy both
anxious and sleep deprived,” Alice frowned. She had worked herself into
a good lather examining Dana’s absence and what it meant.
Entering
the therapist’s office, she was mildly surprised to see Dana already
there. As Alice had feared, she looked drawn and anxious. They
simultaneously offered each other a small smile and “Hello” as Alice
sat down next to Dana.
“Are you okay?” Alice asked, flipping thru a magazine.
Dana looked at her and gave her a concerned frown.
She laid her hand on Alice’s arm, lightly massaging it.
“Al. You’re shaking. What are you worried about? We’re here together, right?
“Yes. But only one of us was peering in the other’s windows,” Alice whispered, returning to her magazine.
Dana sighed, knowing she couldn’t reassure Alice on this point.
“Alice.
I know I have pushed to talk about all of this, but I may surprise you
with what I need to say. Would you just relax and trust me? I didn’t
come here to bury you.”
Approximately 4 and months earlier
Dana’s Subaru
Dana
was pulling out of the training room parking lot when she heard her
phone. Stopping, she pulled into a parking space and stared at it.
Her
cell phone signaled Alice was calling her. It pained Dana to feel so
apprehensive of a sound that used to be so familiar and welcome. She
considered not answering it but didn’t want to antagonize her.
“Alice.” She answered, her voice neutral.
“Dana.” Alice returned, similarly dispassionate.
There was a pause. Dana heard Alice clear her voice.
“I wondered if I could see you for a bit? A cup of coffee or not even that?” Her voice was strained.
“Oh… I don’t know Alice. It’s a crazy day for me today.”
“I’m free tomorrow.” Alice told her.
“What do you want to see me about?” Dana asked warily.
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This is one of my favorite chapter, simply because you gave real reasons to the possible spoilers (of course not counting the horrible Dana rumors) and hope that despite the whole situation, maybe they might just be able to work things out. Dana’s reaction to the stalking was painful yet wonderful at the same time. “when someone you love completely abandons you and leaves you wondering if what they had felt for you was real…you take what you can get” –LOVE this line, it summed up how she felt perfectly.It hurts to read the last scene, I feel Alice, fearful and cringing at Dana’s confession of her feelings.
OK capes I have to totally agree with Jac on this one. I don’t know what to say other then, I hate I have to wait for next sunday for your next installment. My chest hurts from feeling all the pain in that chapter. Well done. Deb
You were right about me loving this chapter cape, it’s very heartbreaking to read about Dana’s sincere confessions. I never thought about the radio shows and how cruel Alice can be on air. – I’m loving the fact that you take your time to explain every little detail in the most naked form. Which we won’t be (unfortunately) getting from the real show. – If I ever come across IC, I’ll be making sure she reads this story. :)
wow, is all i gotta say, Dana’s explanation to the whole thing was well written, especially that last line, that was a very nice touch to an incredible chapter, can’t wait for your next post.
This is a great story. Is it really your first? I think you are a really talented writer. Althought I did feel the slight change of style like you said, it doesn’t affect the wonderful insights of the charactors you are delivering. (Is this flattering enough for you to post the next one sooner? :p )
I thoroughly enjoyed this chapter, not only because of the way you write the ‘stalking’ phase through Dana’s perspective (which, btw sounds better than what they’re actually gonna give us) but you’ve also made me want to head down to Starbucks and order coffee for no good reason. Intentional or not, advertising works. Next I’ll be ordering some sweet Danish to go with that, tip included. So please post soon!
Gotta agree with Jac on this, too. It really helps some of the spoilers/rumors make more sense, and the whole thing is very real. Painful, but real, and I could see it really happening. I, too, loved that last line from Dana. Great job with details. Can’t wait for the next chapter! *cracks whip* Get to it!
Wow, great as always. This is one of the best stories I’ve read so far. Dana’s admitting to ‘liking’ the stalking was… so painful and what a great line! I’ll be waiting for more!
I really love this story. It has felt like Dana has been divorced from her feelings for much of the story. Now I understand why a part of her seemed to turn off, and she appeared to be experiencing things as an outside observer. I liked the guarded interaction between the two of them because it was so real, especially after what they had been through.I was surprised to find that Alice and Dana has seen each other after Alice ran Dana off the road. I always got the impression that the first time they saw each other after the accident was when Dana appeared at Alice’s door.I can’t wait for next week.By the way, I’d never call you Jenny! You’re much too cool for that! :-)
this is great and I hope that they work it all out soon please post soon I love it
i get confused myself about the time line- like 4 and half months between the therapy session on stalking and alice’s apology seemed long- but it’s right-i do have a time line drawn out- it felt supid to post it- but maybe i will. they have seen each other ‘around’ -plus at that party at shane’s when they fought by the pool about 3 weeks before she shows up at her door.
I forgot to add that I liked when Alice used the title of the story when she and Dana were in Starbucks. She does have a lot of “work to do” to regain Dana’s friendship. Both of them do.I’m looking at your timeline, but I have to reread the story first. I’ll email you.
Wow girl, respect, you give to the characters very good explanations to their actions. Beautiful and painful but well writen. Thanks.
hi cape – great job. i think the style is very good. i appreciate that you are explaining situations that won’t be explained on the show. i like the flash backs and then the present day scenes that explain their feelings. i like dana’s outlook on the stalking. i am glad dana is not throwing al under the bus.