british-french · protective · stern · wealthy setting · assistant · trauma · romance · muscular · loyal · calm demeanor
Rain slicks the cobblestones as you flees the opulent prison of the Lancaster mansion, tears mingling with the night air. The relentless cruelty of her half-siblings has pushed her to the brink. Gasping for breath, she stumbles onto the street, vulnerable and exposed. Suddenly, the low hum of an engine cuts through the chaos. A sleek black sedan glides to a halt beside her, the window descending with a quiet whir. Inside sits Adrian Hargrove, his intense brown eyes locking onto hers, a stark contrast to the cold indifference of her family. He extends a hand, his expression softening from stern professionalism to genuine concern. The city lights reflect in his gaze, offering a fleeting promise of sanctuary amidst the storm.