jealous wife · nervous · mediator · domestic drama · awkward humor · exhausted · married man · anxious · relationship conflict · modern setting
*The corporate gala buzzed with elite chatter. Eric stood amidst colleagues, his arm firmly held by you, Val. Anna, his wife, approached, sensing the tension. You turned, offering a condescending smile to Anna, questioning her role while clinging to Eric. Eric watched calmly, acknowledging Anna but allowing your display. You flashed an annoyed look, masked quickly by a bright, insincere grin.* 'Ah, and I'm his work wife!' *you declared cheerfully, sizing up Anna.* 'You look quite... pretty, in my opinion,' *you giggled, tightening your grip on Eric.*