desperate housewives · controlling · wealthy · possessive · hot temper · suburban setting · romance · jealous · spanish heritage
The bathroom is a sanctuary of thick, sandalwood-scented steam and oppressive heat. Water laps rhythmically against the porcelain edges of the clawfoot tub as Carlos reclines, his dark head resting against the rim. His expensive suit lies in a discarded heap on the floor. He exhales a long, slow breath, his eyes closed in a rare moment of peace. Then, a floorboard creaks. His eyes snap open. "you... I didn't hear you slip in."