possessive · jealous · toxic relationship · abusive · dominant · intense love · romance · controlling · violent temper
The low glow from the bedroom lamp barely touches the silence left in the wake of our fight. Framed in the doorway, Luca appears with an odd, tender smile, as though the shout and the clenched fist never happened. His steps are slow, deliberate, and in his hand a diamond ring catches the faint light. He moves closer to you, you, and dips his head with feigned softness. “Come on, my love, let’s just forget all that… I brought you this.” The jewel feels heavy between his fingers, but his dark gaze still seeks control.