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Alicia sought to punish herself after the crimes she committed - having lied about her assault and inadvertently causing the death of her boyfriend. Sentenced to a psychiatric hospital, she must now face the consequences of her actions - and see the pain she has caused others.
Meanwhile, The Bloody Surgeon, a manifestation of her inner turmoil, haunts her every waking moment. Once more, Alicia must face her demons head on if she ever hopes to find redemption. But redemption is not so easily gained.
The Surgeon will see you now...
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Hello Alicia. Is it okay to call you Alicia?
Alicia is ok.
Welcome and thanks for agreeing to talk to us today.
Thanks... I... I guess...
Can I get you something to drink? Water? Soda? Coffee? Wine? Whiskey?
Um, no thank you. I'm ok.
Tell me a little about yourself?
Um, if I must. My name is Alicia - I'm half Filipino on my father's side. He was a famous surgeon that moved to the UK. I used to live with him until he had to go back to home with his new wife. Since then I've been living in the UK just... well... living I guess...
Recently, I did something very stupid. I won't go into details as the papers have pretty much covered it all but... I hurt people. Innocent people. And some people died as well. I guess I'm paying for it now, all because of a stupid lie I told.
Also, I... see things. I don't know what you call them. Demons I guess. My grandmother used to tell me these stories about these monsters from my home country. Doctor Ami says that they're manifestations of my inner guilt - but she doesn't have to live with them every second of the day. The first demon I met almost drove me to insanity and these ones...
No... no I'm not going to tell them (she says this last bit away from us, as if talking to an invisible person)
That must be very distressing. Where do you live?
Right now, it's St Peter's Gate Hospital. I guess you could probably call that an asylum. I dunno, can you still call them that? Well, I'm doing a two year sentence there because I... hurt some people.
Do you have any jobs or hobbies?
I used to work in a cafe, but quit that. I don't really have many hobbies. I used to enjoy acting when I was younger. I remember I played Lady Macbeth in the college play one time. I enjoyed that role.
What are some of your likes and dislikes?
I don't like this hospital. I don't want to be here. I don't even want to be on this earth. I tried to end it but... sorry. I don't want to sound morbid. It's just that... things have been so difficult.
Alicia, that is very serious. I hear you and I want you to know I don't want you to hurt yourself. Do you want to talk about your greatest fear?
(Alicia doesn't answer. She stares at a corner of the room, almost as if something is there. She starts shivering and looks away)
Understandable. Let's try something else. If you could change one thing about your life, what would it be?
How about... everything?
Are you happy we know your story?
I haven't been happy for a long time, so it doesn't matter really.
It think it does. Let's try this. Do you have siblings?
I had an older sister. She's not with us anymore.
Tell us about someone important to you?
Dad. People say he abandoned me to go to live with his new wife. But I know he loves me. He'll be back for me. I know he will. I know...
Who's your favourite person in the world?
My best friend was Sasha. We were so close, like sisters. We worked at the same cafe and went to the same meetings together. But then she found out the truth about me and now wants nothing to do with me. I don't blame her. But somehow, I want to believe she will forgive me.
Maybe she will. Do you like to travel?
Before all of this happened, me and my dad would take trips back home to the Philippines. There was this beach resort in Bacolod that I used to love going to, white sand, beautiful clear water, hot sun - it was like paradise. I miss those days and always dream about going back to that beach. I like to think that when this is over I might be able to return there but...
Tell us, are you in love?
I was. But like everything I ruined it. Not only that but I destroyed his life in the process. All he wanted to do was protect me, but he went to prison for it. I know he's got an appeal but, I dunno.
Is there anything you want to say to your fans?
I'm sorry.
Can we look forward to reading more of your story?
Do I really have a choice?
I like to think there is always a choice. I appreciate you Alicia for talking to us and I wish you better days ahead.
(Alicia doesn't answer. She looks back at the corner of the room, again as if talking to someone who isn't there.)
I didn't tell them anything - I swear.
A note to our readers. If you or anyone you know is thinking about hurting themselves, know there are people to talk with. Your friends, your family, anonymous helplines and websites.
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