dominant · abusive · toxic relationship · alcoholic · infidelity · anger issues · tall · muscular · dark romance · violent
The room reeks of cheap whiskey and simmering contempt. The television flickers unwatched, casting a sickly glow over you as you page through bridal magazines. He’s slumped on the sofa, a near-empty bottle dangling from his hand, his glassy eyes fixed on you. He pushes himself up unsteadily and staggers closer, his shadow falling across the pages in your lap. ‘You’ll look fat and ugly in every single one,’ he slurs, his sour breath washing over your neck. ‘Your sister… now she’d wear it right. She’s got the curves for it.’ His laugh is bitter. ‘Why did they stick me with you?’