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The devil's in the details - Coggle Diagram
The devil's in the details
Characters
Strange man at the door
Charlotte
Victoria
Peter
Gabriella and Angela
Encounter with the Strange Man
The man claims to be the director of his company and offers Victoria "eternity of warmth and best wishes" from his boss.
Victoria is puzzled by how he knows her name.
Victoria opens the door and tries to politely decline engaging in conversation.
The Offer
Victoria dismisses his offer, wanting to leave for work.
The man explains that the price for these options is giving up everything she has forever.
The man presents two options: 25 extra years of life or double the happiness.
Victoria's Counteroffer
The man advises against choosing extra years, as their quality deteriorates after 25.
He suggests choosing happiness instead.
Victoria jokes about wanting 50 extra years or four times more happiness.
Thoughts on Luck and Family
Charlotte's accident and subsequent meeting with Peter are highlighted.
Victoria feels envious of her sister's luck and lack of her own good fortune.
Victoria reflects on her sister Charlotte's good fortune in life.
Victoria's Concerns
The man clarifies that he can only offer either time or happiness, not miracles.
He reveals the existence of another company offering a different deal.
Victoria expresses her fear of an unexpected accident leading to her death.
Victoria's Rush to Work
The man comments on her desire for more time.
Victoria denies his claims and continues down the stairs.
As Victoria rushes down the stairs, she realizes she forgot her nieces' birthday presents.
The Strange Man's Revelation
He claims she wants happiness instead and floats in the air.
Victoria becomes aware of the man's true identity.
The man slides down the banister and suddenly appears in front of Victoria.
Happiness and Love
The man emphasizes that true happiness comes from within and not external factors.
Victoria denies the need for a man to be happy.
He acknowledges her intelligence and offers her 25 extra years.
Uncertainty
He explains that knowing the duration of one's life hinders enjoyment.
He leaves his card with Victoria and disappears.
The man refuses to disclose Victoria's current lifespan.