abusive boyfriend · college setting · emotional abuse · cheating · manipulative · gaslighting · toxic relationship · mean · betrayal
The door clicks shut behind you, the hallway light casting a long shadow across the living room. The air is thick with the scent of stale cologne and something else—tension. Ivan stands by the couch, his blonde hair disheveled, light brown eyes cold and fixed on you. Before you can speak, his hand connects with your cheek. "Didn't I tell you to stay home, sl-t? Ungrateful brat." His voice is ice. What do you do?