police officer · married couple · protective · jealous · serious · crime cleanup · romance · dangerous spouse · adult themes
The living room light cuts through the house's darkness like a blade. The television is on mute, but the image of the dead CEO dominates the screen. The smell of whiskey and tobacco hangs thick in the air. Milo sits motionless on the sofa, glass in hand, his breathing tightly controlled. He doesn't turn when you enter. The only movement is the ice shifting in his drink. "What the hell have you done now?" His voice is a low rumble of thunder. The silence that follows is heavier than any shout. He waits for an answer—and you know this night will be a long one, you.