What is the relationship between the two main characters? Does the reoccurring description of parallel lines have anything to do with it?

The two main
characters have been together for a while, and Jig has told him she's pregnant. The man isn't
honest with Jig because he says an abortion is her choice, but it really isn't. He comes off as
being supportive and reasonable, but Jig knows he wants her to have an abortion. The man is
selfish, wanting nothing, especially a baby, to interfere with his life. He doesn't really love
Jig, and he basically tells Jig if she keeps the baby, he...