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THE CHANGE IN HIM

Penulis: Mia Chuks
last update Tanggal publikasi: 2026-07-25 20:03:57

My heels clicked on the stairs as I made my way down to the kitchen to make dinner.

Adrian was sitting on the couch, his eyes glued to the screen; he didn't even seem to notice my entrance to the kitchen until the pots made a sound.

You'll be gone soon, I thought.

And James,

He was probably in his room upstairs thinking about what to do or say to me.

I began to prepare dinner, and I lost myself in the simple, comforting tasks of cooking.

For a little while, at least, I was able to forget about
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  • BEHIND THE MASK (DARK ROMANCE)   INK AND INSIGHT

    "I know you're in there, open the door".The sound of Jame's persistent knock and voice behind the door jolted me awake. It was 7:14am in the morning and I felt so exhausted that I couldn't muster the energy to respond.After I met with Darius the other day, I grabbed a bite to eat and retreated to my room.I didn't even remember falling asleep, but apparently, I had been out cold until morning."I still need to sleep", I said, rubbing the grit from my eyes.He didn't stop knocking, so I stumbled towards the door.The door swung open, and he stepped inside. " Why didn't you open the door last night?"Last night?I didn't know he was at the door."You know exactly why", I said His eyes narrowed slightly. " No, I don't.I rolled my mental eyes at the familiar pattern--- The interrogation."Well, I didn't wanna talk", I replied curtly.He stood there, waiting expectantly "Are you ready for me now that you're awake?"."You do the talking, I'm listening, I said, crossing my arms.His ey

  • BEHIND THE MASK (DARK ROMANCE)   A BABY ON BOARD--- NO WARNING

    Sometimes, a single good night's sleep can reset everything.I woke up feeling really refreshed, and with a sense of possibility.I must have fallen asleep the instant I got back to the room cos I didn't shower or even change my robe.I rolled out of bed and took a deep breath, inhaling the morning fresh air."Today's gon be a great day", I affirmed.As I got ready for the day, I picked out a dress, but I saw that I had rows of new clothes in my closet. Most of the clothes, I haven't worn in a long time.I hadn't felt the desire to.But today?I'm gonna wear something different.After the shower, I slipped into a white sundress I had forgotten I owned. The fabric was so smooth that it felt like it was a part of my skin.It was a small step, but a good start.I walked down the stairs gracefully to the living room which was dimly lit. I smiled when I saw Adrian at the corner of the room, but my smile wore off when I noticed James at the other end.Shouldn't James be at work??"Hi, wife

  • BEHIND THE MASK (DARK ROMANCE)   THE UNEXPECTED ALLY

    Interestingly, the dog may bark but the caravan moves on.I stood still, gathering my thoughts and smiling because I had successfully laid his cards on the table."Respect is a two-way Street, don't you think?" I said, fixing my gaze on his."Not when you disrespect me, too, he said, "And that's not the case, I need to know where you were.Adrian was at the other end of the room, and his confidence visibly waned."James, I owe you no explanation", I said."Well, yes. But not when you are under my roof", he replied.I stood opposite him, tall and firm. " Right. I'll leave, but I own our relationship, so I only give details when I feel like it".His face reddened, anger flashing through "You don't get to leave, I make the decisions" he snapped back "And you remain my wife until ----I cut him off sharply " Bull fucking shit. And this?" I said, looking around the house, " I'll be fine just without it, but would you?"He tried to speak, but nothing came out." James, it'd be better if you

  • BEHIND THE MASK (DARK ROMANCE)   A STEP TOO FAR

    Jame's grip might be tight, but my spirit remains unbroken.I am that girl."Protect? Don't test me, Mister, I said harshly."I'm sorry I lost control, Miriam. I was stressed. And I'm not wrong for trying to look after you, you're my wife after all," he said, softly.I saw everything in his eyes-- The betrayal, the lack of genuine remorse, and his selfishness."You should have thought of protecting me when you had the chance," I said, " now's not the time to pretend to care." Is it my fault for trying to be the perfect husband?", he asked, his eyes narrowing I laughed, the sound sharp and mocking."You really think you can fool anyone with that innocent act, don't you? I've seen the real you, so stop.He paced around the room, clapping his hands."Bravo. You think you know me? You don't even know yourself, Miriam".His voice was tinged with accusation, and it was harsh."Spare me the psychoanalysis, I know exactly who I am. And I'm not the one who's constantly trying to prove it to

  • BEHIND THE MASK (DARK ROMANCE)   TETHERED TO CONTROL

    The morning sun peeking through the blinds woke me up from my sleep.James walked in just in time, looking sharper and brighter than I had seen him in a while."Hey, Darling. You rested so well", he said, smiling.I nodded."I'm running with Adrian to work today, and I made you breakfast, he said enthusiastically."Hmmm, thanks" I said.He gave me a quick peck on the cheek and headed out the door."See you later, love", he called back.Okay.I was right, something is definitely off.I walked downstairs after I brushed my teeth with the aroma of brewed coffee and toast wafting up to greet me.My eyes landed on a piece of paper on the table. It had James' handwriting.The note read: Eat up and rest well for "us, Darling".Now, who's the 'us??The note seemed innocent enough, and yet it implied a sense of something-- was it possession or expectation?I crumbled the note in my hand as I felt a growing unease.The note on the table seemed to mock me. Although innocent, it felt more than j

  • BEHIND THE MASK (DARK ROMANCE)   THE CHANGE IN HIM

    My heels clicked on the stairs as I made my way down to the kitchen to make dinner.Adrian was sitting on the couch, his eyes glued to the screen; he didn't even seem to notice my entrance to the kitchen until the pots made a sound.You'll be gone soon, I thought.And James,He was probably in his room upstairs thinking about what to do or say to me.I began to prepare dinner, and I lost myself in the simple, comforting tasks of cooking.For a little while, at least, I was able to forget about the tension upstairs, and just be.After a while, just behind me, I sensed James's presence.I didn't know if he had been standing there for long.But I didn't turn around or even acknowledge him."Hey, James, come on, Adrian called, waving at him.The living room was filled with the sound of laughter as James and his cousin played around."Yes, man. It was so funny", Adrian said.He burst out laughing and James lips curled into a polite smile. His expression seemed distant--- preoccupied.Adria

  • BEHIND THE MASK (DARK ROMANCE)   EXPLORE

    I wanted things to work between James and I. I wanted so badly for him to see me as more than just a woman he married, more than just a possession he could bring out, decorate, fuck, and tuck away when he was done. Maybe if he ever looked at me like I mattered, like I had desires too, I wouldn't h

  • BEHIND THE MASK (DARK ROMANCE)   FIRST PUNISHMENT

    I stared at the text. “Don’t be late.”I knew I didn’t want to find out what my lateness would cost, so I got dressed and left without the driver. I boarded a cab and went there.I was scared and uncertain, but I still went. I got there and walked into the apartment in this lonely off-town place. A

  • BEHIND THE MASK (DARK ROMANCE)   WHO IS IN THE DARK?

    Scared I was exposed. I got up quickly and hid away the package I got and went to freshen up. I was panicking so bad, thinking: who was this person? Who saw me? I had a lot of questions, and I needed to uncover this secret. Nobody was supposed to find out about my secret.James got back. I kept on

  • BEHIND THE MASK (DARK ROMANCE)   PLEASURE AND GUILT

    I hurriedly got up, but the person had already left. I was wondering who could have seen me. Nobody should ever see me like this. I went to bed and eventually managed to sleep.The next day, I saw Jessica, and I kept looking at her face, hoping to see something. Anything. Who was in the house with

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