Alexander_2

Title:The Distance Between Us(part.2) ...............Two Years After the Marriage Two years passed in silence and polite distance. He respected you, yes. He never raised his voice, never disrespected you. But he stayed cold—like a locked room where warmth was forbidden. He never touched you as a husband. Never crossed the invisible line he kept between you both. You tried. You tried to bridge the gap gently, without forcing anything. But it always felt like he was miles away. He didn’t know that his distance hurt you. And you didn’t know that getting close to you terrified him. ---Tonight: The Grand Family Gathering The mansion was glowing—golden lights, expensive marble halls, laughter from dignified relatives, all gathered for a special family evening. Everyone adored his father.Everyone respected him.And everyone was worried about him. Some whispered softly, “Will he ever get to hold a grandchild?” “Will he pass away without seeing his son’s family grow?” Those words pierced you. Not because they blamed you—but because you had no answer. It wasn’t your fault he didn’t come closer. It wasn’t your choice to live in a marriage made of distance. Still… you lowered your eyes, holding back the ache inside. And like a shadow waiting for weakness, his cousin found you. She had always envied you—because you stood where she once wanted to stand. She leaned close and whispered venomously, “You don’t even know how to care for a man. That’s why he never comes near you.” Her smirk was sharp. “Tell me… do you even know what a husband wants?” The words stabbed deeper than they should have. Your chest tightened, breath trembling. You turned away quickly, eyes burning. You needed a moment alone. But as you hurried through the corridor, your vision blurred—and you collided into someone. Strong arms steadied you immediately, pulling you against a familiar chest..Him. You felt his arm tighten around your waist—protective, firm, claiming you for the first time.