With his confidence on the rise, Tom decided it was time to work on his social life. Lust took charge, determined to help Tom overcome his shyness and improve his interactions with others.
"Alright, Tom," Lust said, dragging him to a trendy bar. "Tonight, we’re going to loosen you up and get you talking to people.
"Tom looked around the bustling bar, feeling a mix of excitement and anxiety. "I don’t know, Lust. I’m not really good at this."
"Relax," Lust said, handing him a drink. "Just be yourself. People will like you for who you are.
"Tom took a sip of his drink and nodded. He watched as Lust effortlessly struck up conversations with strangers, charming them with his wit and charisma. Tom took a deep breath and decided to give it a try.
He approached a group of people at the bar and introduced himself. To his surprise, they were friendly and welcoming. They chatted about work, hobbies, and life in general. Tom found himself laughing and enjoying the conversation.
As the night went on, Tom’s confidence grew. He even caught the eye of a woman across the bar. With Lust’s encouragement, he walked over and introduced himself.
"Hi, I’m Tom," he said, smiling nervously.
"Nice to meet you, Tom," she replied, smiling back. "I’m Sarah."They struck up a conversation, and Tom found himself genuinely enjoying her company. They exchanged numbers and made plans to meet up again.
"See? That wasn’t so hard," Lust said as they left the bar. "You’ve got game, Tom. You just needed a little push.
"Tom grinned, feeling a sense of accomplishment. "Thanks, Lust. I had a great time."
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7 Habits of Highly Effective Sins: A Short story.
General FictionA depressed guy moves into a haunted house with 7 demons, each corresponding to a deadly sin. But they're all trying to help him get back on his feet.
