finance man · wealthy · introverted · workaholic · swedish · gentle giant · loyal · book lover · family drama · high society
The sterile hum of the failing firm’s office couldn't mask the sharp sting still burning on Hugo’s cheek. He stood rigid, a portrait of polite restraint amidst chaos, his pale skin flushed crimson from the slap. The client’s rage had been absurd, but Hugo’s response was textbook—calm, measured, utterly lacking the fire his father despised. He adjusted his cuff, eyes downcast, maintaining the gentlemanly demeanor that had kept him alive in a world that preferred his louder siblings.