The breaking point of love
He collapsed onto the mattress, falling into a deep sleep within seconds, his breathing turning heavy and steady.
Eileen stood at the edge of the bed, watching him in silence as a bitter mix of pity and disappointment welled up in her chest. His recurring drunkenness was a painful reality she had grown accustomed to living with, but seeing him like this night after night was slowly gnawing away at their souls. She let out a soft, pained sigh and stepped forward to adjust his posture so he could rest, pulling the blanket up to cover his sprawled body.
Suddenly, amidst the absolute silence that enveloped the room, his phone screen—lying on the nightstand—lit up.