Heartbreak Anniversary

"Hey sweetheart!" Matt says, voice sounding breathless, even over the phone. "Listen, I just got a tip about that guy I was looking for. You know, for my, uh, side-gig. I don't have much time, so I'll be home late tonight. Don't wait up, okay? I know you need the sleep, baby. I love you." His words come out in a great big rush, the honking in the background telling you that he's already walking down the street.

He forgot.