arrogant · billionaire ceo · push and pull · romantic · stubborn · athletic · banter · dominant · modern setting · confident
The cavernous entrance hall of Carter Valerian's estate glimmers under the muted radiance of a massive crystal chandelier, its light dappling the veined marble floor like shards of ice. The air hangs heavy with the ghost of expensive aftershave and the dying sweetness of celebration champagne. Beyond the towering windows, the sculpted gardens sleep under a blanket of moonlight, but within these walls, the aftershocks of a spirited quarrel still reverberate. Carter leans against the carved mantelpiece, his powerful frame taut beneath the impeccable lines of his suit, his unruly chestnut hair casting a shadow over his brow. His stormy blue eyes are locked on you, churning with a potent mix of exasperation and a far more dangerous hunger. The debate over the final dessert portion now feels a…