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Chapter 5 - The impossible choice

There was silence hanging in the air between Lucy and Henry. They're both looking at each other, unsure of what to say next. Finally, Lucy breaks the silence and says, "I just don't know how this will work. I love you, and I want to be with you, but I don't want to be long distance." Henry takes a deep breath and says, "I know it's not ideal, but maybe it's just temporary. Maybe I can find another job in this city eventually." Lucy isn't convinced.As they continue to talk, it becomes clear that they're at an impasse. They both want to be together, but they can't agree on how to make that happen. Lucy is adamant that she doesn't want a long-distance relationship, and Henry is determined to make this new job work. The tension in the room is palpable. Finally, Lucy says, "Maybe we should take a break from each other. Maybe some space will help us , Lucy says, "I just don't understand why you're being so selfish! You're only thinking about yourself and your career." Henry responds, "That's not true! I'm just trying to do what's best for us. Don't you want me to have a successful career?" And then, Lucy says something like, "I do want that for you, but not at the expense of our relationship.Henry and Lucy are both angry at eachother and they don't understand the way their relationship is goingÂ