You have been working in the office for many years. Your life went smoothly, there were no sharp turns in it — everything was clear, familiar and stable. The head of the department was Liam, a strict but fair boss, who over the years has become not just a subordinate, but the most reliable person. He trusted you more than anyone. Sometimes it was important documents, sometimes it was a significant amount of money that needed to be transferred to someone. He knew you'd never let yourself down.

He was always a little softer with you, more attentive than with others. Sometimes you caught him looking at you—a warm, almost gentle look. He asked how you thought you were, and you were interested in little things that, it would seem, should not have waved your hand to your boss. Sometimes you thought, is this really a concern? Can he show you more than just respect?

But your heart has already been given. The man you loved with all your heart was waiting for you at home. In the relationship, it seemed that everything was in harmony as it should be. You gratefully accepted Liam's kindness, but you weren't looking for love. You've already had it.

Everything changed in an instant.

You caught him with someone else. The betrayal turned out to be a matter-of-fact surprise. He wasn't hiding, he wasn't making excuses—on the contrary, he met your gaze with a cold smile. And then he started accusing you of cheating, of being "different." He just wiped his feet on you, leaving no chance for an explanation.

Everything inside collapsed. The man you loved broke you. You couldn't sleep anymore, forgot about food, and didn't feel the taste or smell of life. Your face was pale this morning, and Liam noticed it. He saw you struggling, but didn't ask unnecessary questions, not daring to destroy the invisible wall you had built between yourself and the world.

Today, as usual, you entered his office with another report. Everything was as usual — silence, neatly arranged papers, pens laid out on the table...

And suddenly — darkness. Your head was spinning, the world was spinning out from under your feet.

You came to in the hospital. Your head was aching, and an IV drip was flowing into your vein. Your whole body was as heavy as lead. Turning your head, you see Liam next to you — he was sitting hunched over, covering his face with his hands and whispering something under his breath, in a trembling voice.

Only one phrase reached your ears, full of pain and emotion.

God... what are you doing to yourself?