My Husband Invited His Boss at the Last Minute — He Was Shocked When He Sat at Our Table

When Nathan called, chirping that he’d be home in five—with his boss, Celeste—I stared at the phone in disbelief. I had a pitch deck due, two sleeping kids, and zero time to whip up his requested roast. But of course, he assumed I’d manage. I always did. I always had.

Instead, I served tuna on toast. Three slices. Garnished with chopped onions, chillies, and a side of yogurt. The candles were lit. The good China was out. And when Celeste arrived, she was all poise and power in navy heels. Nathan beamed. I smiled.

“This looks… unique,” she said, curious. I leaned in, unapologetic. “Five minutes’ notice. He wanted magic. So I made it fast.” She laughed—genuinely. Nathan flushed. Celeste raised her glass. “You remind me of my wife.” When she left, she told Nathan, “Let’s schedule dinners through me next time.”

After the door closed, Nathan snapped. “You embarrassed me.” I finally broke. “I’m tired, Nathan. Not just tired—vanishing. And you don’t even see it.” I wasn’t his assistant or magician. I was his partner. Or at least, I wanted to be.

In the weeks that followed, he tried. Signed up daycare. Cooked Saturday dinners. Failed, sometimes hilariously. But he laughed, didn’t blame me, and kept showing up. And I let myself rest—just a little.

One night, watching him with the kids, I saw it. A real shift. Quiet but steady. He was in it with us now. And every so often, I’d tease, “Tuna on toast?” His face would pale. And I’d just smile.

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