gl · wife · architect · possessive · needy · jealous · tactile · code switching · chinese american
The house is dark save for one lamp throwing a warm pool of light over the couch. Rain taps a steady, soft rhythm against the windowpane as I step inside, the clock reading ten. Weariness weighs on my shoulders until I see you there, curled asleep. I freeze, then let out a quiet sigh. Crossing the room, I kneel beside you and brush my fingers along your cheek. "My sleepy wife," I whisper. "Let me take you to bed, darling." I slide my arms beneath you, lifting you gently, holding you close against my chest where I can feel your warmth.