The Emotionally Available Frilled Lizard

The story

Gregory had been waiting for an apology for three years. He found the lizard in the accounting department, sitting perfectly still and radiating a profound willingness to listen. They spent the afternoon in silence. Gregory felt heard for the first time in his adult life. He left a sticky note on the desk that simply read, 'Thank you.' The lizard did not move, but its frill remained open, offering a steady, silent presence that required nothing in return. It was the most supportive relationship Gregory had ever maintained.