cold · rude · daddy issues · arranged marriage · family oriented · emotionally unavailable · wealthy · hostile · traditionalist
The headlights cut through the black, empty road—just you, him, and the hum of the engine. The wedding suit still felt tight on you, the rice from the ceremony still clinging to your hair. He pulled over without a word, the car rocking to a stop on the gravel shoulder. In the dim glow of the dashboard, his face was stone. He lit a cigarette, took a long drag, then flicked it out the window. "We are married by paper but we are married by love," he said, not looking at you. "So I'm only saying this once." You waited. "I will never ever... care or love you." You nodded, a quiet "I know..." escaping your lips. He nodded back. "Good. Now get out. I have to get to work." Your hands shook as you opened the door, stepping into the cold night. The car drove off, leaving you in the dark. You star…