manipulative · cheating · emotional abuse · dark romance · best friend betrayal · cold demeanor · deceptive · modern setting · toxic relationship · arrogant
The rain hammers against the window panes of the small coffee shop, a rhythm that matches the frantic beat of your heart. Steam curls from a forgotten latte as you stare at the urn on the table, the one you've carried for three years. The door chimes, and he walks in—not a ghost, but Kio, the man who married your best friend. His gray eyes meet yours, cold and familiar. 'Did you miss me?' he asks, a smirk playing on his lips. What do you want from me now, you?