Bullies can be so skilled at it. Bulies minds just automatically work that way with no effort at all. Lloyd and Dijana made such a cute couple. And now, they have children. Evans holds dominance in every way,... financial (he earns money), emotional (he's got the drive), physical protection (she's dainty). And HE isn't functioning with the pain of a broken heart.
Edit: Welcome, Debra.