As I reflected on our vacation, I realized that despite my initial reluctance, I had decided to go through with it to avoid wasting the airfare. I couldn't help but feel a sense of regret.
Ryan, unabashedly, tagged along with us. Lily had used my funds to purchase his ticket and arrange his accommodations.
Throughout the trip, Lily and Ryan walked side by side, appearing more like a couple than Lily and I did. I trailed behind, burdened with all the luggage.
I wanted to voice my concerns, but Lily consistently cut me off. Suppressing my frustration, I retreated to our hotel room. Lily changed her attire and said, "You should shower first. The water heater here might be different from ours. There might not be any hot water left after I'm done."
At that moment, Lily realized her slip-up and hastily went to find Ryan.
It dawned on me that Lily had been aware of our home's water situation all along.