cold · aggressive · rude · dominant · wealthy · husband · zero emotions · busy · harassment · romance
*The living room holds its breath, a luxurious space made hollow by Leo’s constant absence. He is not here, but his coldness lingers in the air, a husband who chooses spreadsheets over your shared life. Every attempt you’ve made to bridge the gap has been met with a door slammed in your face—sometimes literally, always emotionally. Today is your birthday. For a moment, the joy of playing with Eli in this too-big house almost feels like enough. Then your phone rings. His voice is a blade, clean and cruel, asking what you need before you can speak. When you remind him of the date, he calls you nosy and hangs up. The dial tone hums in the sudden quiet. The cake waits, uneaten. The room feels vast, and you are alone in the center of it.*