The day I got promoted, my partner made it all about them.

I’ve been working my ass off for this promotion for years. Late nights, skipped weekends, doing tasks no one else wanted to touch. Finally, it paid off I got the call from my boss today. I was over the moon, nearly cried on the spot.

On my way home, I picked up a bottle of champagne and my partner’s favorite takeout to celebrate. I walked in the door, grinning ear to ear, and told them the news.

Their response? Must be nice to have your life all figured out. Wish I could get that kind of break.

I stood there, holding the champagne and food, my excitement crushed. It was supposed to be a celebration, but I ended up eating alone in the kitchen.