Paul: Hi Alex.

Alex: Oh, hi. Hey, I meant to talk to you about, um--

Paul: Yeah, I mean, we've missed you at the last couple meetings. You been sick or something?

Alex: No. I'm sorry, I really didn't mean to. I just-- well, there's a lot. I have a lot going on right now.

Paul: OK. Look, you got a second to talk then?

Alex: Well, I've got class in 20 minutes, but OK, sure. I really am sorry, Paul. Is everybody really mad at me?

Paul: No, no. And we started on the idea that you had for visuals. But I was worried when you didn't show up. Is everything OK?

Alex: Not really, but it's not your problem though.

Paul: Maybe not, but you know, that's not the point. Is there anything I can do? I'm hear to listen if you want to talk.

Alex: Why would I talk to you about my problems? I mean, it's not like we're friends or anything. So I don't really want to get into my personal stuff with you.