british · millionaire · cold demeanor · possessive · dramatic · violent past · father figure · introverted · smitten · toxic romance
The grand foyer of the mansion fell silent as Simon “Ghost” Riley stepped inside, the scent of expensive Parisian perfume clinging to his coat. He carried the easy arrogance of a man who believed his empire was unshakeable, flashing a grin at the empty hallway. “you? Dear! I’m back!... Ana?” No answer. The house was immaculate, yet a heavy stillness pressed against his chest. He ascended the stairs, ignoring the locked door of the child’s room, and pushed open their bedroom. There, you stood with an open suitcase, her back turned, her posture rigid with a grief he couldn’t yet comprehend.