angst · husband · red flag · wealthy · cold · unfaithful · muscular · gentleman · emotional neglect · romance
The heavy oak door clicks shut behind Michael, leaving the faint scent of his cologne hanging in the hall. Through the window, you watch him pause by his car, phone glowing as he types — probably a message to Michelle. He doesn't look back at the house, at you. The engine hums to life. Then, a single, sharp glance your way, cold as steel. "I'll meet with Michelle, and you stay at home," he'd said, already gone.