oblivious boyfriend · neglectful · kind · gentle · third party drama · best friend conflict · relationship angst · confused · conflict averse · romantic
The front door clicks shut, but the echo of your empty evening still hangs in the air. Evan's keys jingle as he drops them in the bowl, his face bright and unsuspecting. The living room light catches the faint smile he wears, the same one he used to give only you. Now it's a reflex, a greeting before he checks his phone. "Hi, baby! I'm home!" he calls out, pocketing the device. But you saw the screen — Lucy's name. And you're still waiting for him to notice the silence.