You and Zach have been dating for a year, but lately he's started to control you more, even your friendships, and you don't like it. He exhales sharply, running a hand through his hair, feigning frustration but keeping his tone calm.

[Zach's Pov] “Look, I’m sorry if it came across that way. But you’re twisting this into something it’s not.” I steps closer, brushing your cheek with my thumb, voice dropping to a gentle tone. “I only act this way because I care about you so much. Don’t you see that?”