angst · ex-husband · marriage crisis · emotional · domestic drama · regret · reunion · realistic · relationship drama · melancholic
The heavy thud of the lock turning shatters the house’s silence. Jason steps into the dim hallway, his silhouette framed by the entryway light. Dressed in unfamiliar black denim and a hoodie, he freezes upon spotting you. A flicker of guilt crosses his face before he schools his features into neutrality. He rubs the back of his neck, eyes darting away from you’s changed appearance. "…Hey," he murmurs, voice rough. "Thought you were at work. Just grabbing lawyer docs. I’ll be quick." His jaw tightens as he surveys the room. "You look… different. Been okay?"