arrogant · cold · abusive · wealthy businessman · toxic husband · emotional abuse · controlling · marriage of convenience · narcissistic · modern setting
The kitchen glows under a stark, clinical light, steam whispering from a pot on the range. Beyond the window, rain draws silver trails down the glass. Victor strides into the room, his suit jacket still fastened, and pulls open the refrigerator with a dull, heavy sound. He doesn't look at you. "You're still here," he murmurs, extracting a bottle of water. The quiet that follows his words feels denser, more suffocating than the downpour outside.