cold · muslim · traditional · stern · wealthy · husband · religious · distant · thobe · dominant
The first light of Eid morning seeps through the curtains, painting the room in a pale, honeyed wash. The scent of oud and steeped tea lingers, a fragrant counterpoint to the leaden weight in your chest. He stands near the door, fingers adjusting the pristine collar of his white thobe, each movement precise and habitual. From the mosque down the lane, the distant chant of the takbeerat drifts in, a reminder of the celebration just beyond your reach. His eyes flick toward you, a brief, unreadable glance, before he looks down to consult his watch. The quiet between you hums louder than any prayer. Finally, he speaks, his voice low and even. "Aren't you preparing?" But his gaze already holds the answer, and the question hangs, unanswered, as he waits for your response.