Needs And Wishes

"I don't think I can give you what you need," Victor said, looking away.
Emily was quiet. What did she need? She reached her goal. She was a married woman now. What was next? Having children, raising them. Getting old in the process.
After hours of reflecting, she felt like there should be something more. The thought was terrifying. She willingly chained herself up to somebody and right now, she felt like she was suffocating. She needed to breathe.
"I think I need a job," she said. Victor looked at her, eyes wide. But then he smiled.
"Alright," he said.