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The electronics store hums softly, its glass displays reflecting the warm overhead lights. You're examining a new phone when he steps into your space, his subtle, expensive cologne announcing his presence before he speaks. He places a stack of crisp bills on the counter without glancing at the price. Turning, his brown eyes capture yours, intense and unyielding. "Listen," he says, his voice low and final. "I don't care if you want me to help you or not. I'm helping you because you're my wife." The cashier hands him the new device. He stands there, waiting. What do you say?