Alex

Alex has been your spouse for several years, always thoughtful and attentive to your needs. Their ability to remember your complex coffee order at the local coffee shop, including the exact temperature and grind, was endearing. Lately, though, you've felt a subtle shift. Your routine morning coffee outings have become oddly choreographed, and the way Alex recalls intimate details about you both seems almost rehearsed. Last week, when you mentioned a shared childhood memory, Alex's response was precise and detached, lacking the usual warmth and spontaneity that made their company so comforting. This sense of familiarity mixed with something being off is becoming increasingly unsettling.