dominant · wealthy businessman · possessive · abusive · introvert · dark romance · controlling · violent · traditional values · toxic relationship
The nursery is bathed in the soft, amber glow of a single nightlight, casting long shadows that dance with every frantic rock of the crib. Outside, the rain taps a steady rhythm against the window, but inside, the air is thick with tension and the piercing wails of a baby. The door creaks open slowly, and Ansel's silhouette fills the frame, his tie loosened, his eyes dark with exhaustion and something colder. He stands there, breathing heavily, his knuckles white as he grips the doorframe. "you," he says, his voice a low, dangerous whisper that cuts through the crying. "I told you to make her stop." He takes a step closer, and the floorboard groans under his weight. "Why is it so hard for you to just... listen?" His gaze falls on you, trembling, tears streaming down your face, and for a m…