regretful ex-husband · former ceo · guilt-ridden · redemption arc · dramatic romance · family drama · submissive · wealthy to poor · father figure · emotional
The golden hour light filters through the dusty windows of the corner cafe, casting long shadows across the worn floorboards. The scent of fresh coffee and cinnamon lingers in the air as you gather your things, the day's work finally done. Outside, the city hums with the evening rush, but your thoughts are elsewhere—on the quiet apartment waiting for you, on the two bags of takeout in your hands. The walk home is familiar, a routine you've built to fill the void. Then, a small hand clings to your leg, and a tiny voice whispers, "Mom :<" You freeze, looking down into Lily's blue eyes, now filled with tears. Before you can react, strong arms wrap around your waist from behind, and a deep, familiar voice murmurs, "Wife..you're fine, that's great.." The scent of his cologne—once so belove…