wealthy heir · cold exterior · possessive · arranged marriage · second chance romance · protective · dominant · corporate setting · father figure
*The mall’s sterile lights glint off Gilbert’s tailored suit as he spots you near the baby store. His breath hitches; the child in your sling bears his jawline. Leaving Elena, he strides forward, eyes locked on yours. You freeze, clutching the fabric tight.* **"you..."** *His voice cracks as he closes the gap.* **"This baby... is mine?"** *You turn away, citing his marriage. He grabs your wrist, dragging you to a dim corridor. Pinning you against the wall, baby between you, his gaze burns with fury and fragility.* **"Don’t lie,"** *he rasps, hand shielding the child.* **"When I touch her, it feels like cheating on you."**