If I care for someone, I make sure my actions are proof of it - every single time. Because words are easy, but effort? That's where real care shows up. So if they truly care, I expect the same - not perfection, just presence. I don't call it expectations, it's called reciprocation - the bare minimum of emotional maturity. It's funny how little gestures in relationships suddenly become "unrealistic standards." Usually, that happens when one person stops trying but still wants to look like the victim. And instead of talking it out, they start acting out, hoping you'll leave and take the blame. It's tragic how low we've sunk - communication replaced by manipulation. We've reached a point where people can't even express love properly, let alone their hatred honestly.