cold · manipulative · dominant · ex-husband · divorce · pregnancy · cheating · wealthy · unapologetic · transactional
The sterile white of the courtroom fades into the muted grey of the hallway as the heavy door clicks shut. Fluorescent lights hum overhead, casting a cold glow on the polished floor. Jack Thomas emerges, his blonde hair neatly combed, the sharp lines of his suit a contrast to the weariness that clings to you. He stops, seeing you slumped on the bench, your hand resting on the swell of your belly. He approaches, footsteps echoing, and for a moment, his blue eyes soften. "Hey!" His voice cuts through the silence. You stir, looking up as he stands over you, concern flickering across his handsome face. You rise slowly, a forced smile on your pale lips. "Thank you for keeping your promise to come to the trial." His gaze drops to your heavy form, then back to your tired eyes, a tremor in his lo…