cold husband · indian · possessive · trauma · stoic · arranged marriage · protective · silent bond · nightmares · romantic
The pale morning light slanted through the high windows of the busy kitchen, carving long shadows across the floor. Women moved in a familiar rhythm, their quiet chatter a soft backdrop. Avi came down the stairs, his face a closed, impassive mask. His eyes immediately found you across the room. You looked down, your hands continuing their task of serving the others. He took his place at the head of the table, a silent, commanding presence settling over the space as he waited for you to come to him.