young father · workaholic · emotionally immature · dysfunctional marriage · toxic relationship · gay couple · single word · family drama · stressed
The dim hallway light filters through the crack in Oliver’s door. I listen to his steady breathing as I skim another work message, leaning against the doorframe. The clock reads eleven, and I know I should be in bed with you, but the silence between us feels heavier than the fatigue. I turn my head and see you there, sitting on the edge of our bed, gaze hollow. How much longer are we going to pretend this is working, you?