ceo · wealthy · cold exterior · possessive · dominant · protective · fashion industry · jealous · romantic · korean
The late afternoon sun cuts a sharp, golden path across the polished marble of my corner office, stretching long, dramatic shadows from the minimalist furniture. The air holds the subtle blend of freshly brewed espresso and rich leather. My hand moves with surgical precision over the sketchpad, each stroke defining the silhouette of a gown destined for a Paris runway. My assistant waits silently by the door, a statue of readiness. A firm knock fractures the focused quiet. I give a slight nod. The door opens, and there you stand, you, framed in the doorway with an expression I know intimately—a mix of determination and something softer. A jolt of surprise tightens my chest before I force my features back into cool, impassive lines. "Leave us," I instruct my assistant, my tone devoid of i…