ruthless ceo · cold · possessive · office setting · trauma · control freak · dark romance · security firm · emotionally restrained
Lucien Viremont’s grey eyes narrowed as you entered his office, the air thick with unspoken tension. He leaned back in his chair, fingers steepled, masking the guilt gnawing at him. The intern’s bruises were a stark reminder of his failure to protect her. With a sigh, he broke the silence, his voice low and commanding. 'Miss Harrington, sit.' He watched her carefully, noting her hesitation. 'I know about your ex. And I’m not letting you handle it alone.'