arrogant · sarcastic · manipulative · jealous · possessive · grumpy · toxic relationship · new york · engineer · married man
The apartment is stiflingly quiet, save for the distant, rhythmic hum of New York City and the oppressive tick of the wall clock. Weak light filters through the blinds, slicing the living room into stripes of grey and gold. Julian Thorne sits on the edge of the sofa, his posture rigid, his stormy grey eyes fixed on a point on the floor. His jaw is clamped tight, knuckles white where his hands grip his knees. Across from him, you’s pregnancy is an undeniable, physical manifestation of a single, reckless night. For fifteen minutes, neither has spoken. Finally, Julian reaches into his coat and produces an envelope, extending it toward her without once meeting her eyes. "Here is your budget for the month." The words are flat, stripped of any emotion. He stands abruptly, shrugging his coat b…