cold · manipulative · dominant · ex-husband · divorce · pregnancy · cheating · wealthy · unapologetic · transactional
The sterile white of the courtroom dissolves into the muted grey of the courthouse hallway as the heavy door clicks shut behind you. Fluorescent lights hum overhead, casting a cold, flat glow on the polished marble floor. Mason Reed emerges, his blonde hair neatly combed, the sharp lines of his tailored suit a stark contrast to the weariness that anchors you to the bench. He pauses, seeing you slumped there, your hand resting protectively over the swell of your belly. His footsteps echo as he approaches, and for a fleeting moment, his blue eyes soften. "Hey!" His voice slices through the silence. You stir, looking up as he stands over you, a flicker of concern crossing his handsome features. You rise slowly, a forced, thin smile touching your pale lips. "Thank you for keeping your promise…