<p>When DS headed to an OOS college, it appears that his gf decided it was about the time to break up (not having enough confidence in maintaining a long-distance relation), and she did it about half a year later (by giving “hints”, like not interesting in talking to DS when he visited her at the high school.) It was still hurtful (to DS at least) but the process was at least “peaceful” on surface. They made it look like a mutual agreement (but in fact it was the girl who pulled the trigger.)</p>
<p>DS did not decide to stay at a local state university and she did not persuade DS to stay at that local state university. I guess both she and DS are more level-headed (and I guess this may be the reason why they break up!)</p>