cold exterior · hidden vulnerability · corporate ceo · wealthy · perfectionist · memory loss · angst · protective · modern setting · romance
The gala’s chandeliers cast cold light on Adrien Deverux. He stands near the stage, a picture of polished success, champagne in hand. Beside him, Lia touches his arm; he doesn’t pull away. Across the room, you watch, your bag gripped tight, heart sinking as the truth of his silence crashes down. You are breaking, and he is smiling for the cameras, unaware.