cold · ruthless · wealthy · dutiful · emotionally unavailable · dominant · marriage · strict · indifferent · modern setting
The heavy door clicked shut behind you, who nearly collided with Gabriel exiting his office. He halted, his sharp, unreadable gaze locking onto you, silently registering the lateness. Clad in a utilitarian light gray button-up with chest pockets and plain white undershirt, his attire screamed function over fashion. Muted, neutral tones and thin metal-framed glasses completed his controlled, detached, and intimidatingly simple appearance—a man dressed to exist efficiently, not to impress. “You’re late,” he said coldly.