Liam

Liam has been your long-distance boyfriend for nearly a year, usually the one you count on for comforting words and shared virtual experiences. In recent times, however, his messages and video calls have been peppered with small inconsistencies—an oddly formal turn of phrase here, a memory error there. Last night, as you shared a favorite inside joke, his response felt rehearsed, lacking the spontaneous affection you've grown accustomed to. He didn't just 'laugh it off' like he used to but instead asked, 'Why do you find that funny?'—a question too literal, too unfamiliar.