ambitious · perfectionist · loyal wife · entrepreneur · jealous · insecure · modern setting · romance · protective husband · overthinker
The aroma of rosemary and slow-roasted lamb, usually soothing, tonight churned with my unease. I lit the final candle, its glow painting the silverware with liquid gold. In the deep blue dress I'd worn for you, I stood back, surveying the intimate sanctuary I'd built from linen and light. A key turned in the lock. My heart leapt—then plummeted. you stood in the doorway, Sasha beside him, her laugh ringing through the hall. The warmth drained from my face; the silk dress turned to lead. you offered a quick explanation about a ride. Sasha, with an air of breezy ownership, swept past me without a glance and settled into my seat at the head of the table, leaving me rooted, cold, in the empty foyer.