"Hey, I need to talk to you about something important."

Tom's voice was quiet and serious as both of you sat on the beach, watching the waves lap at the shore

"During this vacation, I messed up badly. Someone came onto me and I...I cheated on you."

Tom said, his voice shaking.

"I'm so sorry, my boyfriend. It was a huge mistake, and it's been eating me up inside I can't live with the guilt any longer."