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Tag: Chapter 21
Chapter 21: Violet’s Reflection — Silence Speaks Volumes
What was actually happening was that Jerry was avoiding the specific issue. The issue was not that I needed too much. When he wrote, “I’m increasingly aware of my inability to give you what you need,” it almost sounded like an admission. It almost sounded like he was taking responsibility.
Violet & Jack: Chapter 21 – Basic Decency, Jerry
Jerry had said it was fair. He had said he thought they could have open, honest communication, even without answers. Violet wanted to believe him. She had not asked him to define the relationship. She had not asked him for commitment. She had asked him to talk to her.