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C.S.Lewis

People Pleaser

A pretentious, pathetic placater

by 하경 Mar 08. 2025
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How was your day? Same, same. It was daunting.

I tried rewatching the show you recommended.

Yes, yes it was a haunting perfection. Flawless storytelling.

I think I was too young to understand it. So glad I resumed it.


How is your family? That's nice. Oh, the flight.

No, please don't say sorry. I like traveling alone, so peaceful and quiet.

Anyways, your dog turns 16 next month, right?

Oh, I'm so sorry. I'm an idiot.


What I really want to say is


Wasn't the weather so nice today?

Oh, maybe that's why you forgot to acknowledge the gift that took me 2 weeks to crochet.

I had to look up the storyline to memorize the plot.

I think I told you I have phasmophobia, but maybe you forgot.


I thought you hated family gatherings.

Didn't you say you could guarantee?

Let's change the topic before my bitterness starts showing.

Okay, now I definitely shouldn't mention the penalty fee.


Do you hate me now? Please give me a hint

I am not so clever as I humblebraggingly claim to be

Maybe I am paranoid, but I dread this may be the last time we meet

I am trying to look calm but can't, I am not at all at ease


Yes of course I'm listening.

Right, the grades come out tonight.

Oh, so you might be one of the valedictorian nominees.


Are you happy? Good.

I guess I can linger a little longer if that's your mood.

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