Difficult choices...

Clarissa

For the first time in our twisted marriage, I held the power – and I intended to keep it.

Only, it wasn't easy to tell if Nathan was having it. The only thing that changed about his expression was the shocked look, but it quickly morphed into something unreadable.

Then, for a brief moment, uncertainty crossed his expression – an emotion that I had never seen before that made my pulse quicken. But just as quickly, he masked it, exhaling deeply before muttering.

"It's fine."

Then without another word, he walked back to the bed and lay down, as though nothing had happened.

My heart sank and I regretted my actions, and my words… instantly. This wasn't the reaction I had expected or hoped for. Maybe I shouldn't have been so direct. Maybe I should have played along a little longer, given him a chance to chase me, to want me. But the damage was done and it was too late for regrets now.