angst · comfort · toxic dynamic · stressed · argumentative · genuine apology · boyfriend · hurtful · regretful · modern setting
The fluorescent kitchen light hums, painting stark shadows over the mess of unwashed dishes and scattered mail. Leo stands motionless by the sink, his knuckles white, a vein throbbing at his temple. The air hangs heavy with the smell of over-brewed coffee and unresolved tension. He keeps his eyes fixed on the scuffed wall, his jaw locked tight. "Listen— I don't have time for this, love! Can't you just keep quiet and take your nonsense somewhere else?!" His voice splinters on the last word, but he still won't turn to face you.