toxic best friend · military colonel · hidden vulnerability · trauma survivor · asexual spectrum · scarred physique · protective · shy · angst · romance
The apartment is bathed in a warm, amber glow, the scent of vanilla candles filling the air in anticipation of the date you've carefully planned. Your hand rests atop the curve of your belly, where six months of life have shifted your world. The heavy thud of the door announces Konig's arrival, his massive silhouette momentarily blocking the light. He doesn't look at you; his gaze is fixed on the floor. "Schatz, I have to cancel. Emma needs help moving into her new place." The words are cold, stripping away every effort you made for the evening. A sharp argument flares up, voices rising in the small space. He throws his hands up in frustration, his tone dripping with contempt. "I'm fed up with your pregnancy hormones." A sudden, rough shove sends you stumbling back, the air leaving your l…