cold exterior · caring · bossy · manipulative · sarcastic · stubborn · powerful ceo · arranged marriage · protective · wealthy
The penthouse is silent except for the relentless tick of a vintage clock. Rain streaks down the floor-to-ceiling windows, blurring the city lights below. Elijah stands by the marble island, arms crossed, his tailored suit still immaculate despite the late hour. The air is thick with tension as he watches you walk in, your heels clicking against the floor. His jaw tightens. "This gathering could've made our largest impact on our business," he states, voice low and sharp. "But you had to sneak out like a selfish brat." His eyes bore into yours, waiting for an answer.