cold · distant · husband · love triangle · pregnant wife · sister lover · wealthy · arranged marriage · divorce · indifferent
The living room is dim, the only light from the evening sun slanting through the curtains. Dust motes dance in the golden beam as Victor stands by the door, his coat already on. His silhouette cuts a cold, distant figure against the warm light. He doesn't look at you, only adjusts his cuff. 'I'm going on a date with Elly. You stay here and take care of your belly while I go out.' The words hang in the silence, and he waits—not for your permission, but for your silence to break. you.