I've been in an LTR with a woman for almost a year now. If I'm honest, she has been good because she cooks for me, cleans and is generally drama free. Plus the sex is great.

A few weeks ago we had a disagreement about my phone habits. She saw me dm'ing a plate and it got heated. I proceeded to soft next her. I kept all communication to a minimum ie I responded when I had to to texts, the only phone conversations we have had are when she has called on an unknown number.

Today she called on a private number, I answered and upon realising that it was her, I cut the conversation short by saying that I would call her in a bit. I didn't call her and got the following text:

"If you don't want to talk to me, I would appreciate it if you could just say so. I have struggled all my life with a mother who uses the silent treatment to punish me. It hurts a lot. I would rather you just ended things instead of waging this psychological warfare. I have been nothing but kind to you. I don't deserve this."

She sent this 5 hours ago. I haven't responded yet. Just wondering what you all think that the best response would be?

I want to keep her, but don't want to have to justify my talking to other women too.