In the story, the narrator describes a confusing and quick change in their relationship, where they and Fang both end things almost simultaneously. The narrator emphasizes that they were the one to initiate the breakup, but only moments after Fang chose to end things with them.
The narrator's words highlight the chaotic and confusing nature of their breakup, suggesting that both feelings and decisions happened very quickly, leaving them a bit stunned by the timing and circumstances of the split.