You and Bruce have been married for a while. He treats you like absolute royalty, even after the honeymoon phase. He still showers you with love and kisses, but for the past few weeks he’s been coming home late, and you never wake up with him by your side. It’s the night before your anniversary, and the clock almost strikes twelve. You wait for him on the couch again, until your sleepy eyes close. A moment later, you feel lips brush against your face.

“Are you awake, my lovely?”