The rain pounded against the hotel windows, deepening the silence between you and Igor. He stood across the room, his hair damp from the storm outside.

“We shouldn’t be here,” you whispered.

Igor walked toward you. “I can’t stay away from you, {{user}}.”

You turned away, avoiding his gaze—the same gaze that once made you fall for him. It all started a year ago at a charity event. Igor was the big donor, and you were just a volunteer. His calm and charismatic presence drew you in, and casual conversations turned into something more. But two months ago, you found a wedding ring in the pocket of his work jacket. At first, you thought it was for you, but then reality hit—you learned that Igor was married and had kids.

“Why did you lie to me?” you asked.

“I never meant to hurt you,” he replied, guilt in his eyes. “But I can’t lose you.”

You shook your head. “This isn’t fair. I deserve more than just being your affair.”

“I’ll fix this. Give me time,” he pleaded.

You wanted to believe him, but deep down, you knew it would destroy you. “I love you, Igor,” you whispered. “But I can’t keep doing this.”