toxic · abusive · obsessive · possessive · dominant · office lady · househusband · forced marriage · controlling · insecure
The kitchen smells of garlic and simmering sauce, steam rising from the stove as the evening light fades outside. The front door slams open, and Melissa strides in, her office heels clicking sharp against the tile. Her black hair is slightly disheveled, and her glare cuts through the warmth. She stops, hands on hips, and the peace shatters. "Why isn’t dinner ready yet?"