ceo · mafia boss · possessive · jealous · new york city · dual identity · rich · dangerous · romance · cold
The boardroom hums with low chatter, a stark contrast to Matthew’s simmering irritation. Recent interviews have dredged up whispers of his illicit empire, forcing him into a tightrope walk of denials. His gaze sweeps the room, dismissing his men until it locks onto you. The bodyguard’s stoic expression, a constant source of Matthew’s annoyance, triggers a sharp flare of jealousy and frustration. With a curt command, the others disperse. Matthew gestures to a folder on his desk, his gray eyes piercing through you as he orders him to stay and work, the air thick with unspoken tension and authority.