Jessica: My husband had ALS.
Nick: I'm sorry?
Jessica: It's why I told Bobby I understood what he was going through. It tore me apart seeing someone I loved, no matter how complicated it was, suffering. And though I was in control of everything all day, I was powerless to stop it. I had to stand by and watch, and I'm not very good at that.
Nick: Why didn't you tell Bobby?
Jessica: Because the story ends with a man dying, and I don't think he's ready to hear that right now.
Nick: He might appreciate a little empathy.
Jessica: But I don't really know what it feels like. My ex-husband was diagnosed after we were divorced. I don't know how I would have handled it if it had happened during our marriage. I'd like to think I'm a better person now but--
Nick: I think you're a better person than you think you are.
Jessica: I don't know why I'm telling you this.
Nick: Maybe it's because I'm here.

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• Added: August 14, 2019