Battlestar Eclectic

The psychiatrist studied David with bright inquisitive eyes, then pulled out a notebook.

PSYCHIATRIST

(in a thick German accent)

I am excited by your case.

It is most particular.

Are you likewise excited about

this journey.

PATIENT

I don’t know. My wife said I’ve

been tense. She thought

I should get some things off my chest.

The psychiatrist strides forward and taps the patient on his chest. He jumps, then draws back, uncomfortable.

PSYCHIATRIST

This chest I see, housing a

broken heart and–if my eyes

don’t decieve me–a little bird called

hope?

(beat)

We’ll do more than that.

You are not leaving this room

until we have charted your heroes

journey and uncovered your villain

origin story.

The psychiatrist scribbles some notes, then peers at the patient through heavy-framed glasses.

PSYCHIATRIST cont.

I’m willing to bet my reputation that they

are one and the same.

–Sarah Torribio

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