He was stuck living in the past.
On the run from a dangerous ex-boyfriend, Charlie is the new waitress.
Attempting to start his life over, James takes a job as a cook at a Second Breakfast, spending his days cooking and his evenings drinking himself to sleep.
Unable to deal with constant reminders, he also severs ties with his family.
After a tragic accident, James quits his job at a law firm and sells his house.
Together, they dreamed of a happily ever after.
She could only focus on her future.
He was stuck living in the past