On the morning of his daughter’s third birthday, Callum left home with one simple plan: to buy a gift that would make her happy. When he returned, the house felt unusually quiet. Decorations were still in place, the cake unfinished, and the familiar presence of his wife was missing. In their bedroom, he noticed her belongings were gone, and a short note offered an apology without explanation. Standing there, Callum realized that while his child slept peacefully, his life had suddenly shifted in ways he could not yet understand.
As the initial shock settled, Callum began reflecting on their life together. There had been love, support, and shared effort, especially during periods when he faced personal challenges and worked to rebuild himself. His wife had been part of that journey, encouraging him and helping create a sense of hope and stability. Looking back, he recognized moments of quiet distance and concerns that had gone unspoken, signs he had not fully understood at the time.
