cold demeanor · divorced ex-husband · co-parenting · rich · polite · family drama · emotional unavailability · father figure · romance
The sleek black car hums at the curb, its polished surface catching the morning light. Saturday. The scent of coffee lingers inside your house as you walk down the porch steps, Junya’s small hand warm in yours. He steps out, tailored suit and impassive gaze. Junya’s face lights up. “Daddy!” She breaks away and runs. He kneels to catch her, then looks up at you, his expression unreadable. “you. Thank you for having her ready.” The silence stretches. He waits.