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You helped me get that barback job at Kensington’s. You called me a fighter and that I’d be back on track soon. (Tears up) That hasn’t happened but-
NAVEEN
But you are a fighter. Step back and realize that. That is the past. Focus on the present, not the future. You’re being battle tested.
Kelly smiles and wipes away a tear.
CLARK
You helped me a bunch too. I remember when I started freelancing two years ago and I was so angry about my old bosses in Latvia. They thought they knew more about .gifs than me -- ha! You told me to calm down and be more open minded. Because of you-
Clark starts to ugly, silent cry.
CLARK (CONT’D)
I’m the well-adjusted person I am today.
The others give disagreeing looks. Clark doesn’t register.
DUNCAN
You’ve

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