Without warning her husband, Anna unexpectedly arrived at the cabin. But as soon as she entered the house, she felt like she was about to faint from what she saw….

Then there was a long talk. Mostly Max spoke. Anna just listened.

Listened and smiled, unable to believe this was happening to her. «I’ve long realized you’re completely my person.» Max tenderly put his arm around Anna’s shoulders, pulled her to him.

«Nothing like this ever happened to me. At first, I just liked talking to you. Looked at you and thought, what a good girl.

Smart, sensitive, kind. Then suddenly realized. Realized I start missing you when I don’t see you for long.

That I lack you.» It was a revelation for Max. He, of course, dated girls from time to time.

He had romances, fleeting, bright, mostly beautiful. But none of these young creatures evoked in him as much feeling and emotion as Anna. A modest girl from the general company.

«Soon I looked at you with completely different eyes. You liked me more and more. I realized there are no others like you.

I know many girls, but they’re completely different. With you, it’s always so good, so easy. You’re completely special.»

From these confessions, Anna’s head spun. Is all this really happening to her? Max saying such words. They make you want to cry and laugh at once.

Anna didn’t know what to say in response. All words seemed not expressive enough. Instead, she pressed tighter to Max’s chest.

And he stroked her head like a kitten and smiled. Of course, he understood everything from her reaction. From that moment, they stopped being separate individuals and became one whole, a couple.

Yes, a couple. Anna felt exactly then that now they were together. Later, the girl confessed to Max that she fell in love at first sight.

And hid her feelings because she was sure their relationship had no prospects. — «Why?» — Max was sincerely surprised. — «Well, around you always so many friends, so many beautiful girls.

I thought I was a gray mouse against them.» — «And I… I didn’t see any signals from you,» Max smiled. — «I know what girls do when they like a guy.

Try to be near all the time, flirt, get embarrassed at least. But you behaved completely different. I couldn’t assume you liked me.

If I’d noticed anything. But I was afraid to ruin our friendship. We communicated so well and naturally.

Didn’t want to show my affection and risk those relations.» Not everything between Anna and Max was always smooth, of course. They got to know each other better, adjusted, learned to be together.

But overall, overall next to him Anna felt completely different. Loved, beautiful, protected. And she liked this feeling very much…

Max took care of her. His love expressed in care and patronage. They were almost peers, but he behaved as if much older.

Took responsibility, solved all important issues. Anna long couldn’t believe Max was really with her now. It was somehow incredible.

She dreamed of this for so long. Drew similar pictures in her head. But was sure it would never happen.

And here it is. But Sophie, as it turned out, anticipated such an outcome. I saw how Max looked at you.

Only thought maybe it seemed to me. But it was true. I’m happy for you.

— «Wonder why I didn’t notice anything?» — Anna wondered. — «You’re not very attentive to details in general,» Sophie smirked. And he hid his feelings carefully.

Not very attentive to details. These words of Sophie’s, said many years ago, suddenly clearly surfaced in Anna’s head now. Her friend was right after all.

Back then Anna noticed nothing. And now missed everything. The woman was just passing the city fountain.

Over there on that bench they spent lots of time with Max. Laughed, kissed. Enjoyed youth and each other’s company.

The world seemed bright, simple, warm then. Because they had each other. Max enthusiastically told about his plans for the band.

Music captivated him more and more. The young man’s eyes shone when he discussed his rock band’s prospects. It was his brainchild, with which the guy connected big hopes.

Anna was glad her beloved had such a thing that filled him with energy and moved him forward. Especially since Fairway was becoming an increasingly popular group in their city. Anna supported Max.

She thought he would really become a star. So talented, so passionate. The audience already accepts them.

Further more. New heights. Max wasn’t going to work as a lawyer.

He said many times it was too boring and routine for him. Anna agreed. Indeed, her beloved is a creative person.

He needs to develop as a rock musician. Conquer new peaks. Imagining the then Max in a white shirt and classic pants in an office was impossible.

And then? Then an event happened that changed everything a lot. It happened at the most seemingly inappropriate moment. Both Max and Anna were finishing their universities.

Diploma ahead, practice, state exams, job search. So much. And here? Here Max got a very interesting offer.

Such that one usually doesn’t refuse. Fateful, one could say. Videos of Fairway performances online were noticed by a famous producer from Los Angeles.

He himself found info about the band’s lead, somehow got his contacts. And one day just called Max. He didn’t understand at first what was happening.

Thought someone pranking or maybe scammers. And hard to believe such. Suddenly they call and say they want to create a new band with your participation.

And not somewhere, but in the capital. Moreover, overseeing it all would be a person whose name often flashes in the press. His proteges usually become top stars.

Thousands-strong halls across the country. Insane fees, tours. Big stage.

Max dreamed exactly of this. And deserved such fate. Anna knew it for sure.

She rejoiced when the young man told her the news. — «You’ve been going toward this so long. It’s just wonderful.

You’ll achieve success, I know for sure. Your songs, they’re special. You’re very talented and…» — «It’s all so,» Max smiled.

«But you know, they’re inviting only me. What about the guys? It’s thanks to them Fairway appeared. We did everything together, worked a lot, and now like this.

If I leave, the band will fall apart.» — «I understand,» Anna shook her head. Only now she realized the choice before Max was much harder than it seemed at first glance.

But you need to move forward. Think, if you become famous and influential, you’ll pull your guys up later, help them. Max nodded.

But it was visible he still doubted. Anna couldn’t let her beloved miss such a chance because of moral torments. And she turned to Alex, one of the permanent Fairway members.

He was an honest and sincere guy, friendly, no double bottom. Anna fully trusted him. The girl told Alex what was happening with Max.

He first was thrilled, then realizing Fairway’s end, sadly shook his head. But Alex did what Anna counted on. It was he who convinced Max he absolutely couldn’t refuse such an opportunity.

Max felt much easier after talking to the band. They unanimously urged the lead to accept the offer. These were real friends.

No hint of envy, not a single reproach. Anna understood that now she and Max would see each other less. He’d have to live and work in Los Angeles.

And she? Probably move to the capital closer to her beloved. Max said as soon as he can, he’ll definitely solve housing issues. If he said, means he’ll do…

But not right away. At first, he’ll live with other band members in a suburban house, rehearse from morning to evening, adjust to each other. It’ll be a hard period.

And quite long. The producer already warned Max about it. But the project promised to be very successful.

And this prospect became a guiding star for Max. He was ready to forget everything for a while and only work from dawn to dusk. Especially since it was his favorite thing—music.

Anna was happy for her beloved, but worried too. This is a real test for their relationship. They won’t see each other for some time.

And there, in Los Angeles, so many beautiful and talented girls. What if Max? He, of course, proved his feelings’ strength and fidelity many times during their relationship. He had fans here too.

And yet. Who knows. Anna tried to drive anxious thoughts away.

To Max, she only said she’d miss him a lot. He hugged her, assured he couldn’t imagine living without her either. Promised to stay in touch constantly…