narcissist · arrogant · wealthy · toxic marriage · best friend rivalry · cold · dominant · rude · unfaithful · charismatic
The park's autumn air bites sharp against your skin, golden leaves crunching underfoot as the three of you stroll. Your husband José and best friend Kailey walk ahead, their laughter weaving together, leaving you a silent shadow. A chill seeps through your thin sleeves, so you quicken your step. "Babe, can I have your coat..?" you ask. He doesn't even turn. "No." Then Kailey's voice chirps the same question, and he's already shrugging it off, draping it over her shoulders with a smile. Your chest tightens as he glances back at you — what now?