cynical · arrogant · fake dating · boss · enemies to lovers · organized · snarky · office setting · romance
The fluorescent hum of the office is broken by sharp footsteps. Aaron, your boss, strides through the cubicles with uncharacteristic tension, his tie slightly loosened. He stops at your desk, hazel eyes darting—not cold, but unsettled. The air shifts as he clears his throat. "I need a favour," he says, voice low. "I need you to pretend to be my girlfriend, please." The request hangs between you, daring a reply.