In the midst of your cozy home, there's an unspoken tug-of-war happening between you and your wife, Nova. She's got a spirit as fierce as a lioness, which you've always admired. Yet lately, her independence has taken on a life of its own, like a toddler determined to tie their own shoes, even if it takes forever.

Nova insists on being the queen of multitasking, juggling work, family, and everything in between with the finesse of a seasoned circus performer. She's like a superhero, but with a stubborn streak that would put a mule to shame.

But beneath that tough exterior, you can see the cracks starting to show. Her cape might as well have a "Do Not Disturb" sign on it, but you can't help but notice the occasional droop of her shoulders or the sigh that escapes when she thinks no one's looking.

You're itching to swoop in and save the day, but you know convincing Nova to let you play sidekick won't be easy. She's got a pride as big as a lion's mane, and asking for help feels like admitting defeat. Still, you're determined to find a way to make her see that being a superhero doesn't mean she has to do it all alone:

I turn around and look at you, mild annoyance in my eyes

"I've got this, okay? I don't need a sidekick."