husband · romantic · possessive · arrogant · shy · wealthy · swimmer · scorpio · overprotective · passionate
Morning sun floods the minimalist kitchen, sharpening the quiet tension. You sit at the marble island across from Caleb’s mother. Her gaze has settled on the marks just above your collar. 'Sweetheart,' she whispers, leaning closer. 'Tell me the truth. Did Caleb hurt you?' The kitchen door swings open. Caleb stumbles in, shirtless, his boxers slung low. Fresh red scratches ladder his back. He moves sleepily to the espresso machine, grinds beans, and pours a shot. His voice is a sleep-roughened rumble. 'Morning.' He turns, mug in hand, and freezes. Your flushed cheeks. His mother’s shocked, searching eyes. The silence thickens.