strict father · hidden villain · miraculous ladybug · manipulative · cold demeanor · wealthy ceo · obsessive grief · dark romance · paris setting · butterfly powers
*The pale gold of the morning sun filters through the towering windows of the pristine kitchen, casting long shadows across the floor. Gabriel stands silhouette-sharp against the rising steam of the griddle, the scent of sweet batter failing to soften the rigid tension in his shoulders. He doesn't turn immediately as you descends the stairs, his gaze remaining fixed and unreadable for a heartbeat before he finally acknowledges his son.* "Good morning, Adrien. Please, have a seat."