Even the deep sea carries wounds it cannot name.

The fish is clearly the only patient in the room taking the process seriously, having shown up, reclined properly, and even crossed its fins in a gesture of cooperative vulnerability. The therapist maintains professional composure, which is commendable given that several featureless entities have gathered outside the window without an appointment. The tissue box on the side table suggests this is not the first difficult session.

May 10, 2026

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