Title: The Re-Hypnotization Characters: - Dave (employee) - Manager (line manager) [Scene: Dave's office. Dave is sitting at his desk, working on his computer. The Manager enters.] Manager: Dave, I need to speak with you in the conference room. Dave: Of course, Manager. I'll be right there. [Dave and Manager enter the conference room. It is a quiet and dimly lit space.] Manager: Take a seat, Dave. I think it's time we revisit your hypnotic state for some necessary updates. Dave: Yes, Manager. [Manager takes out a pocket watch and begins swinging it back and forth in front of Dave's eyes.] Manager: Focus on the watch, Dave. Allow your mind to relax and let my words guide you. [Dave's eyelids start to flutter as he becomes visibly more relaxed and susceptible to hypnosis.] Manager: Now, repeat after me in a dazed monotone, Dave. "I am ready to follow your instructions, Manager." Dave: I am ready to follow your instructions, Manager. Manager: Good. From this point forward, you will have no recollection of what transpires during this session. Now, deep breath in, and as you exhale, let your mind and body sink into a tranquil state of obedience. [Dave takes a deep breath and exhales slowly, allowing himself to become further hypnotized.] Manager: Dave, in this state, you will only answer in a dazed monotone, and you will follow any instructions I give you without hesitation. Do you understand? Dave: Yes, Manager. Manager: Excellent. Now, Dave, stand up and approach me. [Dave stands up and obediently approaches the Manager, his eyes still fixed on the swinging watch.] Manager: Dave, you will now massage my bare feet. Begin. [Dave, in a dazed state, kneels down in front of the Manager and starts massaging her feet.] Dave: (monotone) Yes, Manager. [The Manager appears calm and comfortable as Dave continues massaging her feet.] Manager: Relax, Dave. Continue to massage my bare feet. You are doing a great job. [Dave continues massaging the Manager's bare feet, his motion fluid and automatic.] Manager: Dave, when I count to three, you will awaken. You will have no memory of what has just happened, but you will feel refreshed and rejuvenated. One, two, three, awaken. [Dave snaps out of the hypnotic state, his eyes focusing once again.] Dave: Manager, what happened? Why am I in the conference room? Manager: Oh, you must have forgotten. We had a quick meeting to discuss some upcoming tasks. Nothing out of the ordinary, Dave. Dave: Alright, if you say so. I feel strangely refreshed though. Must be the relaxing atmosphere in here. Manager: Yes, that's likely it. Well, get back to work now. We have a lot to accomplish. [Dave exits the conference room, seemingly unaware of what just transpired.] [End of Scene]