The Truth Channel

Two people sit, gazing forward. Lights on their faces reveal they’re watching TV.

NARRATOR

S and T are nearing the end of their viewing of S’s decision to commit adultery two years ago, which has caused the expected degree of turmoil in their relationship for the past nineteen months since T learned of the infidelity. They commissioned a Truth Channel reveal-all from China to the tune of $4,017 US Dollars because they are hoping to reconstruct the past accurately in order to reconcile their divergent memories of the events leading up to the offense, and thereby come to terms with each person’s actual contribution. But as it is with everything, each will remember today differently, highlighting some instances and erasing others to shape the memory in service of a particular goal. S will remember this as the day T refused to accept reality. T will remember it as the day began to justify instead of merely seeking excuse. Now, they will stow the footage in the back of the linen closet where it will remain for four months, until (checking watch) right now.