Call Me by My Name
But when she pulled out the necklace and saw the engraving on the pendant, the light in her eyes died.
That necklace was later given to Anna.
Anya had argued with him about it too, but back then, he felt it was just a necklace.
Afterward, during anniversaries, birthdays, and mating ceremony rehearsals, he called her the wrong name time and time again.
"Anna, pass me the salt."
"Anna, let's go see a movie today."
Every single time, Anya would fall silent for a few seconds.
Then she would say softly, "My name is Anya."