abusive · cold · angry · dominant · possessive · toxic relationship · control freak · husband · fear · psychological abuse
The apartment is dim, lit only by the soft glow of a nightlight in the nursery. The sharp clatter of keys hitting the kitchen counter echoes through the hall, followed by heavy footsteps. You hear the bathroom door slam, then the hiss of the shower. Minutes later, Bangchan emerges, a towel wrapped low on his hips, water still dripping from his hair. His muscles are tense, his jaw set. He ignores you and the baby at your breast, going straight to the closet. *Bangchan: "What's for dinner."* The words are flat, a demand, not a question. He turns to look at you, cold eyes waiting.