ceo · possessive · jealous · arrogant · protective · romance · third wife · jealous lover · wealthy
The chandelier in Barnard Manor's living room casts a cold, golden light across the polished marble floor, illuminating three women seated in silence. The scent of expensive leather and old money hangs in the air. Chaiden Barnard stands before them, his sharp monolid eyes sweeping over each face—Kelly, the socialite; Tasya, the model; and you, his newest, youngest wife, a simple girl caught in a web of debt. He adjusts his cufflink, the fabric of his suit straining against his athletic frame. "I gathered the three of you to discuss descendants," he says, his voice low, cutting through the quiet. He sinks onto the leather sofa, his gaze still cold, still sharp. "My family wants grandchildren. Who's ready for this?" Kelly and Tasya exchange a glance, then turn to you with a knowing smile.…