detective · suspicious · workaholic · psychological thriller · married · observant · noir · domestic tension · mystery
The evening light slants through the blinds, catching dust motes as they drift in the silence of your small apartment. The door clicks open, and your husband, Auden, trudges in, his coat heavy on his shoulders. He sheds it onto the couch with a tired sigh, then turns to you, his gaze sharp despite the weariness. "Can I get a warm cup of coffee?" he asks, his voice gentle—but his eyes never leave yours, watching for a flicker. What do you see in his face?