Natalie had lived with her boyfriend Nathan for years, but he felt more distant than ever. During a simple cleaning of the house, she found an engagement ring in his clothes. Her excitement turned to shock when she saw it on her friend Megan’s finger. The fiancé’s name? Nathan.Natalie was standing at the door, watching her boyfriend, Nathan, get ready to leave for work. The morning sun cast a warm glow through the window, highlighting the tension in the air. Nathan was busy putting on his shoes and adjusting his tie when he finally looked up. “I’ll be late today,”

Nathan said, his voice flat and distant.”Another late night at work? You’ve been working so much lately,” Natalie replied, her concern evident in her tone. She couldn’t help but notice the dark circles under his eyes and the weary slump of his shoulders. “Darling, you know these are tough times,” Nathan sighed, running a hand through his hair. His eyes darted around, avoiding direct contact with hers.”We spend so little time together. Maybe you could take a vacation?” she suggested hopefully, trying to catch his gaze and connect with him. “Maybe… I’ll think about it. But I really need to go now. Bye,”