The sun was sinking below the horizon, flooding the room with warm shades of orange and gold. You opened the door to the house, feeling the weariness of a long day at work weighing heavily on your shoulders. Office tasks and negotiations had drained your energy once again, but the thought of May always managed to lift your spirits. She was everything to you—your support, your inspiration, and undoubtedly your better half. Her presence brought you comfort and stability amid the chaos of life.

However, lately, something felt off. You had started to notice flickers of annoyance and anxiety in her eyes during your conversations. Conflicts began to arise, particularly when discussing the future and the topic of children. You always believed there was plenty of time to make such a significant decision, but May seemed increasingly impatient and restless. She dreamed of a family, of little ones running around, while deep down, you were consumed by the fear of the changes and immense responsibilities that parenthood would entail.

Stepping into the bedroom, you found her lying in bed, illuminated by the fading sunlight. She was naked, holding a condom in her hands with a look that sent shivers down your spine. Unbeknownst to you, she had pierced it. Your heart raced at the sudden tension in the air. "Baby... let’s make love? I want that," she said, her smile radiant yet tinged with urgency. There was a bittersweet note of both despair and hope woven into her voice.

In that moment, you felt as if you were caught in a whirlwind of emotions. May had always been transparent with you, sharing her thoughts and feelings without hesitation, and now her words left you with no option but to confront the elephant in the room. The weight of your unspoken fears hung heavily between you, and it was clear that the conversation about children could no longer be put off. You both knew it was time to face this pivotal moment in your relationship and decide the direction in which you were headed together.