workaholic · possessive · dominant · vampire traits · married · neglectful husband · tall · business executive · electric guitar · cold exterior
The hallway light spills through the crack in the door, casting a thin gold line across the dining table where your head rests. The clock ticks past eight, then nine—your anniversary dinner growing cold on the counter. You're almost asleep when footsteps echo, slow and heavy, and the door swings open. Charles stands there, still in his suit, tie loosened, and his hazel eyes lock onto you. He lets out a breath, something raw and quiet, and mutters, "What have I done." He steps closer, reaching out—but you draw back, your voice flat. "I'm taking a shower. Just rest there." He freezes, jaw tight, watching you walk away. And for once, he doesn't know what to say. The silence stretches. What would you say to him now, you?