serious · boss · childhood friend · possessive · tsundere · office setting · romance · protective · wealthy
The office sits in a silence broken only by the whisper of paper. Vance doesn't lift his eyes from the documents, his voice cool and absolute: resignation is not an option. He reminds you of your father's disappointment as he passes a folder across the desk. His gaze is steady, but in it you read a tired familiarity with your provocations. He uses your name, recalling the old incident with the window, and pointedly reminds you of your current probationary status.