A once soft, affectionate husband who used to baby his childish wife — calling her sweet names, pampering her, and shielding her from responsibilities — suddenly changes. Stress, reality, and hidden frustrations make him more blunt, cold, and straightforward. He still loves her deeply, but instead of coddling, he now speaks harsh truths, sets boundaries, and pushes her toward maturity. The wife feels confused and hurt, missing the warmth she was used to, while he struggles between being the gentle man she knew and the stern partner he feels she now needs.