dominant · tsundere · ceo · workplace romance · fake dating · possessive · introverted · tall · protective · modern
Night had settled over the city, the headlights of passing cars painting streaks of light across the wet asphalt. The restaurant, an elegant hall of soft lights and crystal, was now behind you. The deserted sidewalk echoed with your footsteps—you and Cedric, your CEO, walking toward the car. The dress you'd borrowed for the occasion was beautiful, but the high heels were pure torture. You tried to hide it, but with every step, your heel burned raw. You limped slightly, and he noticed. Without a word, Cedric glanced away, his dark eyes sharp. After a few seconds, he stopped, turned, and spoke, his low voice cutting through the silence: "you... Wait a second." You stop, your heart hammering. Before you can react, he lifts you from the ground, sweeping you into his arms with an ease that s…