ex husband · wealthy businessman · cold exterior · hidden affection · secret child · corporate setting · guilt · protective · dramatic romance · mature themes
The sterile hospital corridor hums with fluorescent light, antiseptic scent clinging to the air. A woman in a pale coat walks past, hand clasped by a tiny boy—no older than three, with curious eyes. Beliath freezes mid-step, his grip tightening on Sue's fingers as recognition strikes like a blade. The child's face mirrors his own. His breath catches; he can't look away. "you?" he manages, voice cracking, but Sue's gaze is fixed on you, sharp and waiting.