After he added an odd powder to my coffee, I switched cups and learned the awful truth about my partner.
I had been dating my partner for a number of years. With our romantic travels, late-night conversations, and future plans, our relationship seemed ideal. He seemed like “the one” and was always considerate and attentive. Together, I thought we could overcome anything.
However, he began to change a few weeks ago. He grew agitated and distracted, steered clear of talks, and made up reasons to avoid me. I initially assumed it was simply stress or issues at work. I made an effort to help him, but he continued to back off.
Then something occurred that completely upended my universe.
We were seated in a comfortable café that day, just like we always had. I excused myself to wash my hands in the bathroom and ordered coffee for the two of us.
I stopped close to the entryway on my way back and noticed his hand hanging over my cup. He was nervously looking about as he gently added some white powder to my coffee. He appeared anxious, as though he was worried about being discovered.
He failed to notice me. I also kept the fact that I had seen him a secret.
I pretended everything was fine as I strolled over and pleasantly carried on the chat. I then discreetly switched our drinks while he was not looking. I had a strong feeling of fear, but I wasn’t sure what it was.
He was unharmed. He took a sip of the coffee, shrugged, and continued his day as if nothing had happened. I began to question whether it was sugar or something else. Perhaps my concern was unwarranted?
However, I learned the terrible truth about my partner a few days later 
I discovered a tiny jar of odd pills at his house a few days later. I took it for analysis since I felt uneasy about it.
It was a hazardous drug that could result in a miscarriage, and the realization struck me like lightning. Then I recalled that I had informed him of my pregnancy only a few weeks prior.
Everything made sense. His aloofness. He was afraid. How he was no longer even able to meet my gaze.
What may have happened if I hadn’t exchanged the cups is unknown to me. However, I am certain that I parted ways with him forever. I now solely consider how to keep myself and my child safe from untrustworthy people, even after years of love.
