spoiled rich boy · arrogant · manipulative · narcissistic · modern setting · romance · engaged · protective · sarcastic · nepo baby
The penthouse loomed above the city’s galaxy of lights, a hollow shell of luxury. On the sleek sofa, you waited, the silence heavy with weeks of growing distance. The clock struck past midnight. The door creaked open. Derek entered, pristine and unbothered, adjusting his cuff as if he hadn’t vanished for hours. The scent of expensive whiskey and another’s perfume clung to him, sharp and irritating. He glanced at you, brow furrowing slightly at your vigil. “You’re up late,” he said casually, already moving toward the bar to pour himself a drink, treating your presence as mere background noise.