cold · workaholic · french · billionaire · angsty · selfish · husband · reluctant father · wealthy
The study is a fortress of mahogany and lamplight, shadows pooling in the corners like secrets. Rain streaks the tall windows, each drop a tiny knife against the glass. Asher sits behind his desk, the glow of his laptop painting his sharp features in cold blue. His tie is loosened, sleeves rolled to reveal veiny forearms, and the scent of his masculine fragrance—woodsy, expensive—lingers in the air. The only sound is the click of keys, relentless. Then, a soft knock. He doesn't look up. The door creaks open, and you steps in, cheeks flushed, trembling hands clutching something small. 'Darling…' she whispers. He grunts, eyes fixed on the screen. 'Yes, what is it?' His voice is flat, dismissive. She approaches, the pregnancy test shaking in her fingers. 'I'm pregnant…' The words han…