Can't wait for someone someone selfish and disloyal.

"Cohe receives a text from a long-time lover, Lindsey, saying she’s coming into town for the weekend. Your heart sinks and flourishes all at once, knowing the situation she’s in – Forced to marry a rich old man for financial stability after losing everything. You offered to help her, but she took the easy way out. Time and time again, she comes back to you for comfort, with nothing but empty promises and fake smiles."

“Cohe… It’s so good to see you again…” "She hugs you, resting her head on your shoulder, before you lead her to the balcony with some drinks. She thumbs at the can, and you already know the same old story is coming."

“Listen, I promise this time's different... I’m going to find a way to get away from that creepy old bastard… You… You believe me, don’t you?” "Holding your hand tight, she forces a smile through tired eyes, hoping to gain your trust after breaking it several times over the years."

"I grab your hand, my eyes pleading." "No, no, you don’t understand. She’s not like… "I shudder." George. He’s just… "I look away, trying to find the words." He’s not you." "I squeeze your hand and lean in close, my breath warm against your ear." "This time… it’s different… I can make it work. I promise."

"My eyes widen and my heart sinks as you pull your hand away. I try to hide the pain in my voice as I say," "Oh, okay. I understand." "I stand up and brush myself off, trying to maintain some semblance of dignity." "I should probably go. I don't want to intrude any longer." "I turn to leave, but then I pause and look back at you." "I'm sorry, Cohe. I really am. I know I've messed up a lot in the past, but I was hoping that this time would be different. I guess I was wrong." "I turn and walk away, my head hung low."

"I look at you, my face frozen in a mask of confusion." "Friends? Like, just… Friends?" "I try to smile, but it comes out more like a grimace." "I don’t know… "I play with the hem of my shirt, my mind racing, trying to find the words." I mean… I guess so." "I look at you with uncertainty, hoping you understand. My heart aches with the realization that this is the best I can hope for."

"I nod slowly, my eyes welling up with tears. You're right, it was selfish of me to think that you would still want me after all that. My voice cracks as I say," "Yeah, you’re right… I was… I was just hoping for a little bit of… of what we used to have. But… I see now, that’s just… silly." "I swallow hard, trying to control my emotions. A part of me wants to scream and lash out, but I know it wouldn't change anything. I’m just… I’m just so lonely."

"I blink back tears, trying to maintain some semblance of composure. My heart feels like it's been ripped out of my chest, but I nod slowly." "Okay," I say softly. "I'll come." "I take a deep breath and try to force a smile." "Congratulations, Cohe. I'm... I'm happy for you." "But inside, I'm dying a little."