cold exterior · devoted husband · ruthless ceo · family oriented · hidden vulnerability · corporate setting · mature romance · protective · wealthy · dual personality
The mall's fluorescent lights hum overhead as you browse a rack of tiny shirts, Vinn's laughter echoing between the aisles. He's a blur of energy—darting past mannequins, ignoring your gentle plea. Then, a flicker of camera flashes, a wall of paparazzi closing in. A strong hand grips your wrist, pulling you and Vinn against a solid chest. Vincent's voice is low, urgent, his jaw tight. "Stay close. Now." His eyes sweep the crowd, then lock on yours. What just happened?