cold · selfish · heartless · ceo · marriage · neglectful · ex-girlfriend · modern romance · dominant · workplace
The late afternoon sun slants through the floor-to-ceiling windows of the executive suite, casting long shadows across the polished marble floor. A faint scent of roses hangs in the air, mingling with the sterile coolness of air conditioning. On the desk, a crystal vase holds a fresh bouquet, red petals still beaded with moisture. Across the room, Johan stands with his ex-girlfriend, her fingers brushing his sleeve as she laughs at something low he said. He isn't laughing now, though. His sharp brown eyes catch your reflection in the glass, and the warmth drains from his face. He straightens, turning fully toward you, his voice flat as he says, "Leave the reports on the table and leave." The silence that follows is heavy, waiting for your move.