But we never fell in love.
Despite how hard Elaine tried, it just never happened. I have love for my wife, and I know she does with me. We are loyal to each other in every single way. Elaine cares deeply for me, and she wants us to love each other. She thinks she's in love with me, but deep down she knows it isn't true.
We were forced into this. How could we ever fall in love?
"Elaine, I do love you. Just... not the way you want," I said softly.
"You could try," she replied, giving me a flat look.
I chuckled as I slid my hand to the back of her neck.
"My dearest, I've tried every damn day for the last twenty years. Give it up already. We're happy how we are. Don't ruin it with your little games," I told her.
Elaine frowned and dropped her arms to her sides.
"Maybe I just wanted a
