Once upon a time, in a land filled with corporate drama and hunger pangs, our protagonists were entangled in a culinary conundrum. They firmly believed they were not the bad guy, but their partner continued to harbor resentment.
A Devastating Wave of Layoffs Rocks Our Protagonist’s World
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Let us set the scene: Last month, our unsuspecting protagonist, a 32-year-old individual, received some devastating news at their workplace. The company unleashed a merciless wave of layoffs, causing chaos and despair. Witnessing person after person being summoned to HR, informed of their separation, and escorted out of the office, our protagonist’s heart sank. However, the story took an unexpected turn when a second meeting was called after the storm had passed. It was revealed that the layoffs had ended, leaving our protagonist feeling relieved yet emotionally drained.
Informed Yet Unaware
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Amid this upheaval, our protagonist diligently informed their partner via text messages. First, they shared the news of the layoffs, followed by the comforting update that they had emerged unscathed. In the same message, they explained that they would return home late due to pressing matters at work. Little did they know, this would catalyze the culinary conflict that would soon ensue.
“I texted my partner after both announcements. Once to tell them about the layoffs and then to tell them I was ‘safe’,” our narrator explains.
Battling Workload and Unaware of Secret Takeout Mission
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As the clock ticked away and the workload piled up, our protagonists locked themselves in a conference room, shoulder to shoulder with their valiant team. Together, they fought tirelessly to redistribute tasks, ensuring their projects would not crumble into oblivion.
“Starting at about 8, my partner began texting me asking when I was getting home, what was for dinner, and that they were hungry.”
Hours passed in a blur, and by the time they finally escaped the clutches of corporate chaos, it was nearly 10 p.m. Exhausted and emotionally drained, they trudged back home, unaware of the secret takeout mission that had unfolded in their absence.
Empty Takeout Containers Expose a Solo Feast
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“I didn’t get home until almost ten and found empty takeout containers in the kitchen,” says our exhausted storyteller.
Upon entering their humble abode, our protagonist discovered empty takeout containers in the kitchen—an undeniable sign of their partner’s covert feast. Confusion washed over them as they posed the inevitable questions: “Did you order takeout?” (Indeed, they had), “Did you bother to order anything for me?” (Regrettably, they did not), and “Are you still hungry?” (As it turned out, they were not).
Splitwise Entry Ignites Fiery Rage
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Expecting their partner to acknowledge their solo indulgence and move on, our protagonist was taken aback when they stumbled upon a shocking revelation the following weekend. It came as an entry in their shared expense app, Splitwise. To their dismay, their partner had attributed 100% of the takeout bill to our protagonist, igniting a fiery rage within them.
“Since we moved in together, we put all shared expenses like rent, bills, groceries, and takeout in Splitwise with a 70-30 split.”
Partner’s Distorted Logic
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In their partner’s distorted logic, they argued that our protagonist, the designated dinner-maker, had failed to provide timely sustenance.
“According to them, it’s my job to make dinner, and my staying late meant I didn’t have dinner ready in a reasonable time.”
They claimed this had left them with no choice but to resort to takeout. In their eyes, our protagonist should bear the financial burden of their spontaneous feast, as their refusal to accept responsibility branded them as the dreaded AH.
Exclusion and Gastronomic Delight
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However, our protagonist, steadfast in their defense, presents a compelling argument. They emphasize the extraordinary circumstances of that day and ample food in their shared home—leftovers waiting to be devoured. Despite the availability of these culinary treasures, their partner chose to embark on a solo takeout adventure, splurging on sushi and excluding our protagonist from the gastronomic delight.
The Case Against Shouldering the Takeout Bill
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Consequently, our protagonist firmly believes that since the takeout was not a shared expense, they should not be obligated to foot the bill.
“They’re still mad I won’t pay for the takeout. They say I forced them to order it because I didn’t make dinner by a reasonable time.”
Tension Escalates Between the Protagonist and Partner
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Nevertheless, their partner remains obstinate, their resentment festering like a wound that refuses to heal. Their insistence on our protagonist’s culpability in forcing them to order takeout due to the delayed dinner only exacerbates their tension.
From Lockdown Bliss to the Burden of Dinnertime Duties
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Now, dear readers, let us delve into the backstory that led to this culinary catastrophe. Our star-crossed lovers had been together for several years, traversing the treacherous waters of the pandemic. However, during the lockdown, they took the plunge and decided to cohabitate. In those early days of shared bliss, household chores and cooking were distributed evenly when both worked from the comfort of their home.
A Harmonious Relationship Marred by an Aberration in Culinary Equality
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But alas, life took an unexpected turn when their partner had to return to the office, leaving our protagonist to pick up the mantle of dinnertime duties. Fueled by compassion and understanding, our protagonist wholeheartedly embraced this new role, accepting the responsibility of cooking, grocery shopping, and maintaining the kitchen. Communication between the two remained strong, with their partner often sending a text upon leaving the office, ensuring a warm meal and a clean home awaited them upon arrival.
The Burden of Accounting Looms Large
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It is worth noting, dear audience, that this incident is an aberration in an otherwise harmonious relationship. Love and laughter usually permeate the air between our protagonists, overshadowed only by the stresses faced by their partner in the daunting realm of accounting, especially during the dreaded tax season.
The Elusive Motive
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As we near the end of this tale, a burning question lingers: Why, oh why, did their partner selfishly exclude our protagonist from their sushi escapade? The answer remains to be discovered. Perhaps they assumed our protagonist would find sustenance elsewhere, oblivious to their deep affection for those delectable rolls. Alas, their assumption proved as misguided as a squirrel attempting to perform acrobatics on a tightrope.
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He Was Blinded by Love, Until He Learned About His Romanian Wife’s True Motives
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