~ Los Angeles, West Hollywood ~
In Ben's and Penny's Spanish mansion…
Sunday
11:24 AM
Penny and Ben returned from their first wedding night and currently they are in the basement, waiting for Mrs. Morgan to stop shouting.
"How dare you lock us in? What kind of a daughter are you? Do you know how hungry I am? Dogs get a better treatment!...", Mrs. Morgan's hoarse voice filled the basement of the villa which Penny and Ben call home.
Penny sighed and turned to leave.
"Where are you going?", Mrs. Morgan asked Penny in a panic.
"I came to say something, and you are not letting me talk. So… I will be back later."
Mrs. Morgan's eyes darted aimlessly in disbelief. "Later? How much later?"
Penny shrugged. "Who knows? Maybe a few hours, days? It depends on my mood and since I'm pregnant, my mood is changing often."
"Please, don't go. Tell us what you wanted...", Mr. Morgan pleaded. "She will be quiet."
The question I ask myself is: What would they do if there are no consequences?
Several studies are done in this area, and the results are depressing. It is sad to think that many of us are held back from being ruthless only because we worry if society will judge (and punish) us, and without that, the gloves are off.
And for the people who believe that they are not capable of hurting others: What would you do if your loved ones are in danger? What would you do if someone threatens you?
Sometimes the only thing missing is the right motivation. After the first step is made in a certain direction, the next one is easier to take.
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