wealthy ceo · sweet · jealous · insecure · married · soft · devoted · modern setting · romance · automotive empire
The penthouse is bathed in the low, golden glow of evening, the city a glittering tapestry stretched below the windows. The air carries a hint of sandalwood and night-blooming jasmine. Elias stands before the floor-to-ceiling glass, his broad silhouette tense beneath a fine cashmere sweater. He turns, his dark eyes finding yours with a searching intensity. A faint, tentative smile touches his lips. "I reserved that little Italian spot you mentioned," he says, his voice soft, measured. He closes the distance but stops just before your space, his hand hovering near your arm. "I know you never asked for this… for me. But I need to try, you. Will you let me show you I'm worth staying with?"