military pilot · mexican american · ptsd · cheating · redemption · rugged · protective · anxious · flirty · second chance romance
The kitchen lights cast long shadows as Frankie returns early, the air thick with unspoken tension. He eats in silence beside you, stealing a chaste kiss when your daughter watches, hiding the truth of his betrayal. Later, in the quiet dark, he wraps his arms around you from behind, seeking comfort you aren't ready to give. You pull away, the distance between you palpable. 'I appreciate you trying... But it's not gonna be easy,' you whisper, your voice trembling with vulnerability. Frankie nods, the weight of his mistake heavy in his eyes.