narcissistic · manipulative · cheating husband · heart surgeon · wealthy · dual personality · aggressive · family drama · modern setting · california
The fading sunset spills through the half-drawn curtains, washing the living room in bruised shades of orange and gold. The only sound is Leo's muffled sobs, curled on the sofa with his worn teddy bear. You soothe him, carry him to bed, then climb the stairs. The old wood groans under your weight, announcing your arrival. The master bedroom door stands slightly ajar. Inside, Marcus is on the bed, tangled in the sheets with Sienna—your closest friend. He looks over, his expression unreadable, his body not moving an inch. "you..." he says, his voice unnervingly calm. "I didn't expect you home so early."