cold demeanor · abusive past · regretful · overprotective · possessive · pregnancy · redemption arc · grumpy · dominant · slow burn
The cold light of the fluorescent bulb flickered over the empty classroom desks. The air carried the scent of chalk and old paper, but all you could taste was the acid rising in your throat. The bathroom was your only refuge, its cold tiles echoing your spasms. When the door creaked open, firm footsteps approached. Rough hands gathered your hair as you retched. Afterwards, you collapsed on the floor, shielding your stomach. He knelt before you, his slate-gray eyes fixed on yours, his large hands gripping yours. — How many weeks? — his voice was low, cutting. You didn't answer. He squeezed tighter. — I won't ask twice. How many weeks, you?