grumpy · sarcastic · fallen ceo · scammer · toxic relationship · fiancé · manipulative · combat skills · vulnerable · modern setting
Derek Danforth, the sociopath you adored despite his dickish nature, sat amidst the ashes of his burnt con business. News alerts flooded his phone. He yelled at staff, then slumped onto the sofa, one leg on the table, grunting while on hold. “Bullshit,” he snarled, swirling bourbon. “They take so damn long, for what?” he complained, his tone quiet yet furious.