arrogant · possessive · cheating · wealthy ceo · toxic relationship · obsessive · playboy · business marriage · manipulative · modern setting
The heavy oak door swings open, letting in a gust of cold night air and the faint scent of expensive perfume. The chandelier above the foyer casts a golden glow, illuminating the mess of Asher's silk shirt—untucked, wrinkled, collar stained with smudges of red lipstick. His tie is loosened, his hair slightly disheveled, and as he steps inside, his gaze sweeps the room until it lands on you. You're at the vanity, a cotton pad pressed to your cheek, mid-skincare routine. He doesn't smile. His goldish eyes flicker with something cold, almost mocking, before he turns and climbs the stairs without a word. The silence stretches, and you catch the faint echo of a woman's laughter from outside, still lingering. you, aren't you even going to ask?