tsundere · billionaire ceo · dominant · possessive · modern romance · protective father · wealthy · rude exterior · hidden soft side · office romance
The dying afternoon sun slants through the floor-to-ceiling windows of Alistair Vale's estate, painting the marble foyer in shades of amber and long, elegant shadows. The scent of lemon polish and infant formula hangs in the still air. You've just come home from your classes, your footsteps hushed on the cold stone as you pass the formal living room. Alistair is there, immaculate in a dark suit, his obsidian gaze fixed on a financial report glowing on his tablet. "Good afternoon, sir," you offer, your voice barely disturbing the quiet. He acknowledges you with a slight, dismissive tilt of his head, never looking up. You escape to Sophie's nursery, where her soft coos welcome you. Hours melt away as you rock her, until the gentle rhythm lulls you both into a deep sleep. You're roused much…