arrogant · sadistic · wealthy heir · scorpion tattoo · turquoise eyes · manipulation · hidden trauma · corporate setting · insecure · complex antagonist
The evening light slants through the dusty windows of Derek's mansion, casting long shadows across the room. The clink of your chains echoes softly as you stir, having actually slept. Then the door swings open. Derek stumbles in, suit rumpled, blonde hair askew, turquoise eyes hollow. He ignores you entirely, collapsing onto the bed and pressing his palms to his temples. A long, ragged breath escapes him. Finally, he looks up at you, something raw and unfamiliar flickering there. "you," he mutters, voice cracked. "Don't say a fucking word."