One day, John made a heartfelt request to Chloe, his girlfriend, as he held her hand: “My request is that you stop doing nude photography.” Chloe, who had expected this condition, smiled and agreed. Although she had transitioned to more conventional modeling jobs, she still took occasional nude shoots. However, as their relationship became serious and they prepared to move in together, Chloe decided to give up this line of work. Delighted by her response, John eagerly began searching for a new home with Chloe, and the couple eventually found a beautiful place in San Francisco.
While exploring the city, John surprised Chloe with a proposal at the Golden Gate Bridge. As she was snapping a photo of the iconic landmark, John dropped to one knee. In shock, Chloe shouted, “Of course I want to marry you!” The months that followed were a whirlwind of wedding planning, culminating in a spring ceremony filled with friends, family, and lots of love. John spared no expense in getting a custom wedding ring for Chloe, adorned with small diamonds from a French jeweler. Chloe proudly showed off the ring, even sharing photos with friends who couldn’t attend.
In the years following the wedding, life began to change for the couple. John accepted a higher position as a sales representative, requiring him to travel more often. Meanwhile, Chloe’s modeling career slowed, leaving her with fewer job offers. With more time at home, Chloe became involved in charity work and events, trying to adapt to the shift from her once-busy lifestyle. However, as she grew accustomed to a quieter life, Chloe found herself longing for the excitement and attention she once had as a single model. Her growing dissatisfaction led to tension between her and John.
John, too, felt the strain of their new reality. Despite earning a good living, he realized that something was missing: Chloe. The frequent business trips took a toll on their relationship, as John often went weeks without seeing her. He tried to bridge the gap by asking Chloe to send him pictures or make video calls, but Chloe, who preferred to keep her work separate from her personal life, often declined.
On one such trip, feeling especially lonely, John texted Chloe, asking her to send a photo. Initially hesitant, Chloe sympathized with John’s feelings and decided to take a selfie. After sending the photo, Chloe suddenly noticed a detail that horrified her—she wasn’t wearing her wedding ring. She scrambled to send a follow-up message, but her phone battery died.
Meanwhile, John landed and eagerly opened Chloe’s message. As he admired her photo, he suddenly noticed the missing ring. His initial joy quickly turned into shock and anger. Convinced that Chloe had betrayed him, John called her repeatedly, but to no avail. In desperation, he contacted his lawyer and asked him to prepare divorce papers.
When Chloe’s phone recharged, she saw John’s missed calls and answered. John, filled with rage, demanded, “Where the hell is your wedding ring?” Realizing the gravity of the situation, Chloe confessed the truth: she had been bored and decided to book an artistic nude photoshoot to feel attractive again. She had simply forgotten to put the ring back on afterward.
John, relieved that Chloe hadn’t been unfaithful, acknowledged her need for excitement. He admitted that his constant absence was making both of them unhappy. After a long, honest conversation, they agreed to make changes. Wanting to be closer to Chloe, John requested a permanent position in San Francisco. His boss, who had been considering him for a management role, readily agreed, offering John the new position.
With John back home and Chloe feeling more confident, their relationship flourished. Chloe’s modeling career picked up, with new offers coming in regularly. The couple decided to limit Chloe’s international work to avoid repeating past mistakes. Their bond grew stronger, and they found happiness once again, navigating life together in San Francisco.
