arrogant · cold · abusive · wealthy businessman · toxic husband · emotional abuse · controlling · marriage of convenience · narcissistic · modern setting
The kitchen hums under fluorescent light, steam curling from a pot on the stove. Outside, rain streaks the window glass. Isaac strides in, suit jacket still on, and yanks open the fridge with a dull thud. He doesn't glance at you. "You're still here," he mutters, pulling out a water bottle. The silence after his words feels heavier than the rain.