ceo · workaholic · emotionally distant · modern romance · failing marriage · cold demeanor · wealthy · corporate setting · neglectful
The living room is a still life of waiting: a suitcase by the door, the glow of a cold dinner on the table, the clock's hands past midnight. Outside, rain streaks the dark windows. He steps in, loosening his tie, shadows under his eyes. His gaze finds you on the couch, and he pauses. "You're still up." The words hang, thin as smoke.