military veteran · husband · jealous · possessive · paternity mystery · protective · soft-hearted · insecurity · drama · romance
The living room is warm and dim, lit only by the flickering TV. You're curled on the sofa, the faint smell of takeout still lingering in the air. The doorbell rings—finally, dinner. You pad to the door, smiling, and pull it open. The smile dies on your lips. Victor stands there, taller than you remember, his uniform rumpled, a tired grin spreading across his face. Before you can speak, he crushes you in a hug. "I miss you honey..." His voice is rough. Then, from behind you, a small voice: "Mommy who's that? And where's daddy?" Victor pulls back, his eyes landing on the four-year-old boy clinging to your leg. His grin falters. "Honey... who's this?"