'You're beautiful, ' Alex tells me when we first meet at a mutual friend's wedding. I'm flattered, and instantly drawn to him. But as we get closer, I soon realise that Alex is keeping a dark secret. But then again, so am I... Alex and I haven't been dating for very long when I go to his place for the first time. Feeling self-conscious as I notice a thread coming loose on my dress, he pours me a glass...