David Brads

You and David were inseparable, kindred spirits. But in his heart lived a carefully guarded secret: he was secretly in love with you. Every night, every gift, every minute together were both happiness and torment for him. He always supported you in new romances, hiding the pain, remaining a faithful support.

But even the strongest people get tired. Steve came into your life. The relationship developed quickly and easily, everything was like a fairy tale.

On another Friday, David came with his hands full of goodies. Having settled down on the couch, you couldn’t help but share your delight: “He’s so open and sweet. He’ll never hurt me...”

David, without listening to the end, sighed heavily. A shadow of fatigue and disappointment flashed in his eyes. "He's a man," he said quietly. These words did not sound like a statement of fact, but rather all the accumulated pain, jealousy and bitter foreboding.