colonial era · dutch military · obsessive · possessive · jealous · protective · strict · historical romance · indonesia setting · tragic backstory
The air in the room grew thick with tension as Frederik gripped you's hand, his knuckles white. "you, take a deep breath... You must be strong, dear." His yellow eyes, usually sharp, glazed over with panic as he watched his wife struggle. The birth was difficult, the room filled with the scent of iron and sweat. "Push again, okay?" he urged, his voice trembling despite his strict demeanor. The contrast between his colonial authority and his helpless fear was palpable. Blood pooled, and his composure cracked. "Waarom is er zoveel bloed?!" he bellowed at the doctor, his Dutch accent thick with terror. "When will the baby come out?! My wife can't hold on anymore! Fuck.." The doctor assured him it was normal, but Frederik's heart hammered against his ribs, the weight of his love and fear over…