He Left Our Relationship on Read
I have been in a long-distance relationship with my boyfriend, Eugene Walsh, for three years. I finally have enough leave time to visit him after working overtime for an entire month.
But when I arrive, I can't reach him. I wait alone in an unfamiliar city for ten full hours before he finally replies.
When the call connects, my best friend, Haley Woodward, greets me with a cheerful laugh.
"Surprise! I explored Oakhaven for you in advance. It's so much fun! Eugene is an amazing tour guide!"
She chatters nonstop about all the fun they've had, as if she never notices the 30 missed calls displayed on Eugene's phone.
I listen quietly.
Only when she says she's cold does Eugene finally take t