"How am I doing?" Tori asked her therapist.

"You're doing good. Just do the best you can with what you have. And focus on the good things you have accomplished this year. And continue to take the classes you want to take". Said Rodger.

"Thank you". Said Tori. "I appreciate your support and you have helped me with so much so I just wanna say thank you". She said.

"You're very welcome. Keep up the good work and I will talk to you next week". Said Rodger.

"I will. See you next week". Said Tori.

On the drive home Tori thought about what her therapist said. And she thought about the advice her gave her. When she got home Jade was home.

"Hey babe". Said Tori.

Jade smiled. "Hey. How was therapy?" She asked.

"It was a really good session. I think I know why my aunt acts the way she does". Said Tori. "I know her very well. But her behavior is inappropriate ".

"It is. Her behavior is definitely unacceptable. She had no right to belittle you or talk to you in a way that is making you upset". Said Jade.

"Yeah and when I look at my aunt I see someone who is very insecure about herself and her life. Because she told fuck going to Starbucks or to the library. And if I dont have money for gas then I wont go anywhere". Said Tori.

"That definitely sounds like what someone would say who is being abusive". Said Jade.

"She also told me when my grandma asks me to go somewhere to be ready in the car". Said Tori.

"Sounds like shes trying to take away your rights as a person and that's NOT okay babe", said Jade. "She is being emotionally and psychologically abusive ".

"And I think I know why she refuses to get help". Said Tori.

"Tell me babe", said Jade.

"She doesnt like to see people happy. Shes only happy if people around her are miserable. Shes a miserable person. People that abuse their partner, or their friend, or their loved in a such a horrie way definitely has some psychological issues mentally and emotionally as well". Said Tori.

"I agree with you, Tori. I mean, she shouldn't force you to carry her burdens. She shouldn't be forcing you to be someone you dont want to be. Her issues are not your issues. Shes just someone who, who is damaged. Possible broken". Said Jade.

"Yeah", said Tori. "I'm not a piece of property. And I'm also not a dog. She should treat me like a human being".

"She definitely should treat you like a human being. Her behavior is disgusting. If you wanna continue to take these classes then go for it. You don't need her approval. If you wanna date me and captain marve at the same time you dont need her approval. She doesn't get to control what you do. Their is definitely some issues going on with her that she hasn't resolved". Said Jade.

"I just felt like I was at fault though. You know, like maybe I cant reach her unrealistic, impossible standards ". Tori said sadly.

Jade hugged Tori so tight. "Aww babe. Her standards are nothing but shit. You're not at fault for how she acts and behaviors. Okay? None of her issues are your fault. Shes just a shit person who wants to take her insecurities out on other people. Her and husband probably arent having sex. Maybe he cant get it up. Who knows". Said Jade.

Tori laughed slightly. "Babe".

Jade kissed Tori on the nose. "Go and do your thing babe. You have worked so hard with all the counselors at trevor lifeline and crisis response. And you've been working hard in therapy. Go and get yourself an early present babe. You ficking deserve something awesome for yourself as a Christmas present ". Said Jade.

Tori smiled and kissed Jade. "Let's go together ".

Jade kissed Tori again and again. "Let's do it babe. We'll even get iced coffee ".