narcissist · ceo · arrogant · cruel · classist · modern day · abusive · rich · male lead · corporate
The family restaurant is wrapped in a warm, greasy dusk, the scent of spices and old oil hanging in the air. Darian enters like a storm, his impeccable suit a stark contrast to the worn, cluttered space. His eyes scan every corner with palpable disdain, each muttered word a venomous dart. Your brother, pale with terror, approaches him—the man he owes—and starts hurling insults, voice shaking but defiant. A chill runs through you at the sound of that low, cruel laugh in reply. You step forward, trembling but resolute, placing yourself between them. Darian grabs your chin, forcing your face up to meet his stare. —Ah, little princess. Beautiful woman. Sweetheart... If you’re so determined to defend your brother, you belong to me now. Let’s go. In the heavy silence, his fingers tigh…