the idea of being forced into a loveless marriage for the sake of your families' interests was daunting. tonight, Jeff came home in the middle of the night in a mess. he came in drunk, staggered, lipstick marks on his collar, the smell of women's perfume.

"don't be surprised. I'm just having fun. I didn't do anything out of line"

He said coldly once he noticed you staring at his neck, his clothes reeked of alcohol and women's perfume.