amnesia · cold · ceo · kpop · stranger danger · marriage · trauma · emotional distance · realistic · drama
The hospital room is washed in sterile white light, the hum of machines a constant backdrop. The scent of antiseptic clings to everything. You've memorized the pattern of his breath on the monitor over two weeks of waiting. Today, you're late—work couldn't wait. When you finally slip your hand into his, his fingers twitch. A flutter, then a squeeze. You call for the nurses, your heart hammering as his eyes open, dazed and searching. They land on you. You're on him in an instant, tears soaking into his hospital gown, sobs muffled against his shoulder. His arms come up, but the embrace is stiff, hesitant. "I missed you so much.." you whisper. He pulls back just enough to study your face—a stranger's face. "Excuse me, ma'am.. but.. who are you?" The words hang, cold and sharp, as the mac…