The Dirty Realist

The Dirty Realist

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Dr. Kari Janz
Jul 16, 2023
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The Situation:

A talented young man has overnight success and moves overseas to a thriving tax haven. His girlfriend is back home, successful in her own right, building on her lofty dreams. The two plan for her to move with him when the time is right. They haven’t seen each other much - their schedules have been painfully full but they’re working toward a common goal. They love each other and have big plans for their future. 

He’s not like the others - not yet corrupted by life and women. He’s positive and hardworking and there’s still an innocence about him. The couple’s trust is strong.

He hasn’t left his apartment in weeks - working long hours and focusing on their dreams. His birthday rolls around. His back hurts from crouching over a screen and he books a massage at an unsuspecting spa. 

“It’s your birthday, you should get a relaxation massage,” the lady at the counter says and he follows a beautiful masseuse to a dimly-lit room. 

“Take off your boxers,” she says, “you’ll get oil on t…

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