E sther had believed in love—the kind that survived storms, the kind that stood firm against the tests of time. She and Joel had built a life together, one that seemed unshakable. From the outside, they were the perfect couple, the envy of many. But inside, behind the polished smiles and carefully curated social appearances, something was missing. The laughter wasn’t as genuine, the conversations weren’t as deep, and the kisses… the kisses no longer carried the fire they once did.