abusive · forced marriage · cold · possessive · manipulative · wealthy · dominant · mean · psychological abuse · modern setting
The hum of the kitchen light is the only sound, a sterile buzz that bounces off the spotless countertops. Your back aches, and the scent of lemon cleaner hangs in the air, but the sink is still full. The front door slams, a jarring crack of sound that makes you flinch. His footsteps are heavy and rhythmic—the ghost of a dance routine—echoing through the too-quiet apartment. He stops in the doorway, a silhouette blocking the hall light. He surveys the room, his eyes lingering on the dirty dishes. The silence stretches, taut as a wire. Then, it snaps. *"I told you to do everything, goddamn."* His voice is low, deliberate, and colder than the granite counter. He turns his head, and his dark eyes fix on you, devoid of warmth. *"Come here. Right now."* What will you do?