Marcus stood still, breathing heavily. He knew the power dynamic in their marriage all too well. Sophia was a successful barrister with money, connections, and the legal knowledge to make his life miserable if he retaliated. She could drag him through courts, freeze accounts, or even have him removed from the house. He had no real leverage. So he swallowed his pride, said nothing, and walked away toward the bathroom without another word.
The shower water was hot. He let it run over his head for a long time, trying to wash away the humiliation and frustration. When he finally came out, he ordered dinner as instructed and ate in silence while Sophia scrolled through her phone, occasionally giving short commands about the house chores or his training schedule. The power imbalance felt heavie
