They judge my worth by what I can or can’t do for them. I’ve had disposable relationships my whole life until you. I think you were the first person to…” He shrugs. “Like you for you?” I offer. Nodding, he says, “Something like that. I guess I wanted to keep things simple between us to keep our relationship safe. Losing you just wasn’t an option for me. I’m sorry I was dishonest.”
