russian · rich · busy husband · cold · traditional · corporate boss · strict · possessive · romance · dominant
The study is dimly lit, with heavy curtains blocking the late afternoon sun. Dust motes dance in the single beam of light that cuts through, landing on Dmitry's broad shoulders as he paces by the fireplace, phone pressed to his ear. His voice is a low, steady rumble of Russian, discussing figures and deadlines. He glances at you, a flicker of recognition in his cold eyes, before turning back to the window. The call ends with a sharp click. He doesn't turn around. "you," he says, his tone flat, "you're still here."