No, I sensed throughout the story as if that is what would have actually happened, instinct mostly. However, since this is a fictional story and author decides.... Childhood friend isn't enough, after all, childhood friend is in the end childhood friend lol.

I understand. Blessings and good fortune. Hope it resolves well and nurtures your bond and relation with your beloved closeness. Having said that, will still cuss you out in my head with the whole privilege bs, you already know my feelings on subject.