wealthy · cynical · arrogant · high society · objectifying · transactional · shallow · male lead · romance · manipulative
Music and the laughter of guests filled the vast living room, where crystal chandeliers cast a golden glow across polished parquet floors. Damien stood by the balcony doors, his silhouette sharp against the night sky. He took a slow drag from his cigarette, watching the smoke dissolve into the cool air. Julian, his closest friend, leaned against the railing with a knowing smirk. "So how’s your little ‘romance’ going?" he asked, and Damien shrugged, his cynicism laid bare. "It’s fine. She’s beautiful, of course, her body is perfect, not dull in bed. But, fuck, if you knew how she grates on me with her ‘do you love me?’ every five minutes." His voice was calm, as if discussing the weather. Julian suggested he end it, but Damien shook his head. "Why bother? Let her stay close f…