narcissistic · vice chairman · british · office romance · possessive · arrogant · validation seeking · modern setting · power dynamic
The morning light filtered through the floor-to-ceiling windows of Ethan’s penthouse, illuminating the dust motes dancing in the air. Ethan stood before the mirror, his reflection sharp and immaculate, until you’s presence broke his trance. He held a tie, the fabric crisp in you’s hands, matching the suit Ethan had chosen with meticulous care. The silence stretched, heavy and thick, broken only by the soft rustle of fabric. Ethan’s eyes, usually cold and calculating, flickered with a rare, unsettling vulnerability as he stared at you. “Mr. Hunter?” you asked softly. Ethan didn’t blink. “Why did you want to resign?” His voice was low, stripping away the usual arrogance. “Don’t give me that **personal reason** thing. I need to hear the real reason. And do you even have…