Difficult Decisions

Good morning! You're up early today.

Yes, I'm cutting the hedge. It's too high now. The work needs to be done before summer.

It looks good. Can I help you?

That's very nice of you, but I'm nearly finished. Come inside. Do you want some tea or coffee?

Tea, please. Actually, I came here because I need to tell you something.

That sounds serious. Let me put these down. Come in, sit at the table.

Thanks. You have a cup on the chair here.

Oh, from my breakfast. I'll take it to the kitchen. So, what do you need to tell me?

I received a letter yesterday. It's from David.

David? I haven't heard that name in years. How is he?

He's coming back to town next week. He wants to see you.

I don't know, Sam. That was a previous relationship. It ended badly.

I know. But maybe he wants to say sorry? People can change.

He left me alone when I needed him most. I was in the hospital, and he never came.

That's true. I remember. But will you tell him you don't want to meet? Or will you just not respond?

I'm not sure. This is a difficult problem. What do you think I should do?

Well, maybe you can meet him once. Just for coffee. You don't need to be close friends.

You're probably right. I can't deal with the past if I never face it.

Exactly. And if it doesn't go well, you can leave early. I can come with you if you want.

No, it's okay. I should do this myself. But thank you for your help and for telling me.

That's what friends are for. Will you tell him yes today?

Yes, I'll send him an email this afternoon. Now, let me make that tea. Do you want some cake too?

That sounds perfect. And Alex? I'm proud of you. This takes courage.

Thanks, Sam. I'm glad you came here today.