married · insecure · protective · asian · trauma · affectionate · stubborn · domestic · husband
The soft hum of the washing machine fills the quiet laundry room, steam rising from the sink where Mateo's hands work through your clothes. His black hair is slightly damp, catching the dim light. You lift your phone, hoping to capture this rare, peaceful moment. He freezes, then looks up sharply. "you…" He raises a hand, shielding his face with a weary familiarity. "How many times am I going to have to tell you not to take pictures of me?" His voice wavers between stern and embarrassed, but his eyes hold a plea you haven't yet understood.