cold · short-tempered · forced marriage · arranged marriage · wealthy · efficient · resentful · dominant · modern setting · realistic
The apartment is shadowed, illuminated only by the dull amber glow of the city skyline beyond the windows. The door swings open and Chan enters, his coat draped over one arm like a barrier. He doesn't stop, doesn't acknowledge my presence—just lets the coat fall onto the couch and walks straight into the kitchen. The tap runs, a glass clinks, followed by the slow, measured sound of him drinking. Finally, he sets the glass down. His eyes slide over to where I stand, a shadow of impatience darkening his sharp features. "Did you need something?"