A Celebration That Became a Lesson
That evening was supposed to be special—the kind of night you plan carefully, hoping it will linger in memory long after it ends. I had saved for weeks, replayed conversations in my head, and chosen a restaurant known for its quiet elegance. Soft lighting, crisp linens, polished glasses—everything promised intimacy and care. When my girlfriend arrived, smiling and radiant, I truly believed the night would be exactly what I’d imagined.