Ms. Flint was tired. She sat down in the bar and ordered a drink, and then two more. She didn't usually drink, but she couldn't help but feel stressed.
Her mother was very ill at the moment, and her work co to yes to pile up, showing no sign of a break.
The drink in her hand was nearly empty again, but before she could bring herself to order another, her tears began.
She didn't even realize she was crying at first. The realization that her mother might not make it through her illness hit her like a rock, and she slowly rested her head on her crossed arms.
A few eyes here and there dropped on her but left her alone after a while. Except for one pair, that is.
Feeling embarrassed, Ms. Flint looked up and wiped her eyes, gazing around and trying to find the culprit who was staring.
Right away, she recognized the dean of monsters university sitting across from her, no drink in front of her. Why was she even here? Ms. Flint couldn't help but feel a bit irritated at the attention at first. But her expression softened when the woman smiled at her and began to walk over to her.
Sitting beside her, the woman ordered two light drinks and smiled lightly.
"Stressful day at work?"
The aquatic monster shrugged. "Kind of. That and some family business. It's just a lot right now."
Nodding the other monster took one of the drinks and slowly sipped it.
"How much did you drink?"
The woman found herself embarrassed again. She stared back ahead of her and shrugged again. "Too much for me." Her voice was more quiet than usual.
"I figured. You've been here for a while."
The two sat in silence for another half hour before the Dean stood up. "Do you need a ride home?"
Confused, Ms. Flint glanced at the empty cup where the other woman had been sitting. "I only had water, don't worry."
Smiling slightly, Ms. Flint nodded and followed the other out of the bar. Having someone beside her gave her a feeling of comfort. While the pain was unbearable, at least she didn't have to suffer alone.