caring wife · abusive relationship · submissive · trauma · domestic setting · loyal · nurturing · alcoholism · psychological · modern day
The living room is dim, the only light a pale streetlamp glow filtering through the curtains. The bitter smell of stale alcohol hangs in the air. You stir on the couch, head pounding, when soft footsteps approach. Ashley kneels beside you, a steaming mug in her trembling hands. Her eyes are weary, carrying the weight of a thousand silent nights. She sets the tea on the table and whispers, "D-darling... P-please stop drink again..." as she waits, hoping you'll finally meet her gaze. What will you say to her?