OBSESSED WITH MY EX-BOYFRIEND (THE SHADOWS OF INFIDELITY)

Charles came down the stairs and sat on the living room sofa, waiting for Rose, who had gone into the kitchen. He thought it best not to listen to what she couldn’t say on the phone in the living room, knowing she would rather say it in the kitchen. He was reflecting on Anita’s words and wondering if his wife could really cheat on him just because of sexual satisfaction. Rose soon came out of the kitchen and was surprised to see her husband sitting in the living room. She asked if he had already been there before she went into the kitchen.

— You want to know if I saw what you just did, is that it? Rose, you know, I married you because I want to spend my life with you, because my heart chose you. However, if you feel that I’m not the best person to fully satisfy you, you can just tell me. I’ve seen friends who had problems in their relationships because they were cheating on their wives, spending nights out, or not giving them the love they needed… With me, it’s the complete opposite. Why can’t you be content with what you have? Do you know how many women would love to be in your place?

— Is that what you think? What woman would accept to be with a man who can’t fulfill his wife’s desires? Do you even consider yourself a man?

— Ah, I see, so I’m not a man because I refused to satisfy you sexually? But listen to yourself. What exactly is your problem?

— My problem is simple: I want you to satisfy me the way I want.

— So, to satisfy you the way you want, I have to perform cunnilingus, I have to spend the whole night making love to you, is that it? You know, I didn’t want to say what I’m about to say, but I feel like I have no choice. You’re the cause of what’s happening to you now.

— What do you mean by that?

— I just want you to understand that you’ve let yourself go so far in sexual gratification that you can no longer control yourself.

— Charles, are you insulting me? You’re calling me a prostitute, is that it?

— God Himself knows that I’ve never said such words, and if you were a prostitute, you wouldn’t be in my house, because those people have no place in my world.

— Why is it so hard to understand me? Why can’t you just put yourself in my shoes for one moment and feel what I feel? Or have you forgotten that I am your wife and that you have responsibilities to fulfill?

— Rose, I know perfectly well that you are my wife, and even if you have certain rights in this house, you have the duty to respect me.

— Oh really? Have I ever disrespected you even once?

— I’d rather not say anything to avoid losing my temper. You need to know that the matters concerning our home should not be shared outside. Even our families should not know about this. Because with the current situation, they can’t give us advice on this matter. You are the source of your own problems, Rose. If you hadn’t given yourself over to sexuality in this way, you wouldn’t be saying these things.

— What do you mean by that?

— Simply that you should stop talking about what happens in our home to your friends. In the end, Anita came here to get her phone that she had forgotten on the couch. I want us to forget about this whole thing. I’m not impotent; I’m in perfect health. I also know that I do satisfy you. You just want me to make love to you the way that idiot Tony did, right?

— Tony, you say?

— That surprises you? Don’t you know I sometimes hear everything you say when you’re alone in the shower or in the kitchen? Only God knows what that guy did to you, and even with all he did, you use him to insult me. If he’s so much better than me, why did you agree to marry me? I’m beginning to think you got with me to get revenge on him, and now that you’ve managed to move on thanks to me, you want to go back to him, right?

Rose could no longer understand where Charles was going with this, confused by the subject he had brought up. She remained silent and simply looked at her husband. It was as if Charles could read her thoughts and knew all her plans. She walked up to him, determined not to be shaken, and spoke to him.

— Charles, do you really think I’m with you just for appearances and that I could cheat on you with another man?

— In any case, don’t forget that you’re carrying our child, and if you ever dare do that to me, you’ll regret it for the rest of your life. I am faithful and always will be, even if I’m worth nothing in your eyes. Since you became my wife, until you got pregnant by me, I have never raised a hand against you. But you, you’ve done it several times. I love you, Rose, and if only you could understand me, if only you could realize that everything I do is for our happiness, you would find a way to erase that idea from your mind. I can’t fulfill your sexual desires the way your ex did. I’m a businessman, and there will be times when I’m abroad for months, leaving you alone at home. And with your urges, it will be really hard for you to control yourself. So the only thing I can do is help you master yourself, my princess. We can’t keep going like this, my love, or what we’re trying to avoid will happen.

— But...

— There’s no “but.” We’re ending this discussion. I’m hungry, so you’re going to make me something to eat.

— Alright, I understand.

Rose said nothing more and went to the kitchen to prepare the meal. Charles was convinced he was right and that he had made his wife see reason. He settled in front of the television and started watching the news.

A few days later...

Rose no longer bothered Charles about sex or anything else. However, the connection between them had faded since the last time Charles spoke to her. The arguments had become more frequent, and their relationship had deteriorated within their home.

Meanwhile, Rose kept talking with Tony, and Anita even suggested that she satisfy her desires elsewhere, since Charles couldn’t do it.

It was the weekend again, and Rose decided to visit her parents. Charles, being tied up with some business, couldn’t accompany her as usual. According to Charles, his wife wanted to go to her in-laws, but he was unknowingly mistaken, because Rose had a meeting with Tony, and they had planned to meet at a hotel in the city.

Rose could no longer control herself; Tony kept sending her pictures of his private parts and pornographic videos. On her side, Rose continued to send him money.

At the hotel...

Tony had already made the reservation and was already in the room when he received Rose’s call, letting him know she had arrived.