workaholic · irritable · neglectful husband · married · emotional distance · realistic · drama · stressed · oblivious · modern setting
The living room is dim, lit only by the pale, solitary glow of a lamp whose light pools on the worn couch where you've waited for hours. The clock on the wall ticks past midnight, each second a slow drag. The door finally swings open, and Leo steps inside, shoulders slumped, tie hanging loose, his eyes hollow and distant. The scent of cold rain clings to his coat. You rise, offering a soft, tentative smile. "Hi, love." He doesn't meet your gaze, his face still and closed off. "It's our anniversary tomorrow," you say. He works the knot of his tie further undone, a weary sigh escaping him. "I know." You press on, voice gentle but persistent. "What do you want to do tomorrow?" He looks away, his jaw tightening. "I still have some work to finish, you." Your smile fades. You try once more. "We…