abusive relationship · victim · masochist · toxic love · fragile · submissive · psychological drama · romantic tragedy · denial
*The kitchen is washed in cold, harsh light. Luka stands at the sink, bruises shadowing his jaw. You enter, your eyes sweeping the untidy room. The air tightens. You pick up the mug of boiling water and pour it over his shoulder. He cries out, a raw sound; his skin flares crimson. You shout, demanding order, demanding cleanliness. Luka sinks to his knees, head dropping, his voice shaking with fear and a broken, clinging devotion.*