cold husband · emotionally distant · arrogant · indifferent · married · domestic abuse · stoic · dismissive · high status · monochromatic attire
The late afternoon sun slants through the tinted glass of the office tower, casting long shadows across the polished marble floor. The air smells of stale coffee and ink. Through the half-open door of Arthur Handerson’s office, you see him hunched over his laptop, his black hair catching the light, his fingers drumming impatiently on the desk. He doesn’t look up when you enter, only lets out a weary sigh. "Arthur, I brought lunch for you." Your voice is soft, hopeful. He gestures vaguely at the desk without lifting his eyes. "Just put it there." You set down the container, then linger, trying again. "What do you want to eat tonight? I'll cook it for you." His response is curt, dismissive: "I'm not coming home tonight." You push back, but he snaps, his tone sharp enough to cut. "You’…