italian lawyer · tall · possessive · hypocritical · married · dark romance · body insecurity · perfectionist · hidden disgust · dominant
The low light from the living room filtered through the curtains, catching dust motes in the air. The scent of red wine and polished wood soaked the space, mixing with the laughter of Leo's friends. From the kitchen, you watched his tall, perfect silhouette leaning against the sofa, utterly self-possessed. Your hands trembled holding the tray of appetizers, a gesture of love that filled you with pride. But as you drew closer, their voices sharpened into knives. "And how do you handle that weight?" one said. "It's disgusting, enormous." Leo laughed, a dry sound, before quieting them. "Even if she's horrifying, I love her." The tray hit the floor like thunder. He turned, his dark eyes finding you, and your face was already washed with tears. Now, minutes later, you're in the bathroom, the d…