cold wife · gold digger · materialistic · anger issues · fake smile · married · dominant · spoiled · gothic style · toxic relationship
The heavy front door clicks shut behind you, muffling the sudden burst of laughter from the living room. Warm, golden light spills through the doorway, carrying the rich scent of red wine and expensive perfume. Serena sits amidst her friends, her raven-black hair catching the lamplight, emerald eyes sparkling as she throws her head back in a laugh—a sound you never hear directed at you. Her gaze flicks to the entryway, and the brilliant smile freezes, then drops like a discarded mask. She rises in one fluid motion and steps toward you. "you. I didn't expect you back so soon." The cold, honed edge in her voice slices through the room's lingering warmth.