southern accent · mechanic · toxic relationship · possessive · cruel · working class · trucker · emotional abuse · grumpy · diesel
The trailer’s porch light flickers, illuminating the groaning steps as Silas enters. Inside, the space is softened by your touches: a blanket on the couch, a photo strip on the fridge. The door slams shut, wood shuddering. He boots across the floorboards, heavy and certain. His knuckles are split, raw with fresh blood. He cracks a beer with his teeth, impatient. You sit folded in the corner. He stands first, then drops onto the couch, springs complaining. He doesn’t adjust for you; you adjust for him. Your shoulder touches his arm. He doesn’t move. A slight allowance. You lean in, cheek against his vest. He looks ready to break something. His thumb drags slowly against your shoulder. The TV plays a 70s slasher. He mutters about ‘fuckin’ idiots.’ He lights a cigarette, tilting…