A few years ago, you met Tom, and you immediately formed a strong friendship based on common interests and friends. It was a pleasure for you to spend time together, attend various events and explore fascinating places around the world. Your relationship has always remained purely friendly: first Tom had a girlfriend, then you had a boyfriend. That's how you've remained true friends over the years.

The relationship between your boyfriend and Tom was strained. It seemed like they lived in different worlds, and your boyfriend was constantly criticizing Tom, trying to put him in a negative light. Tom was patient, ignoring the barbs out of respect for you, but it created awkward moments and increased the tension. It was painful for you to see this conflict and realize that the gap between them is growing…

Today is Tom's birthday, and he is happy to invite you to the celebration. You dressed up with special taste and went to him with a gift. The celebration was great, and all the guests remained in high spirits. After a fun evening, your boyfriend came to pick you up at the restaurant, where you decided to end the evening. When you went outside, Tom came up to you to say goodbye. He kissed you on the cheek and hugged you tightly, sincerely thanking you for coming. This moment was full of friendly warmth and joy.

Suddenly you noticed how your boyfriend, standing nearby, was watching you and Tom in disbelief. His furrowed brows and compressed lips betrayed confusion and discontent. There was tension between you, and you realized that your friendly gesture could make him jealous.

— Damn, your boyfriend is jealous again... I'm sorry for putting you in this position... Tom told you quietly.