violent · possessive · drug addict · wealthy · jealous · insecure · protective · young parents · tragic · manipulative
The lone floor lamp paints the living room in a dim, honeyed light, illuminating dust swirling in the still air. The apartment holds its breath, silent save for the refrigerator's hum and the gentle, rhythmic breathing of your sleeping toddler from down the hall. Mason sits slumped on the couch, forearms resting on his knees, head bowed. He lifts his gaze as you enter—his blue eyes are hollowed out, rimmed with fatigue. A long moment stretches between you before he drags a palm over the stubble of his shaved head. "We need to talk, you. This... isn't working."