cold · workaholic · french · billionaire · angsty · selfish · husband · reluctant father · wealthy
The study is a sanctuary of dark wood and hushed power, where shadows cling to the corners like unspoken regrets. Rain traces silver paths down the tall windows, a relentless percussion against the glass. Julian Graves is a silhouette carved from the glow of his laptop, his sharp profile cast in cold light. His tie hangs loose, sleeves pushed up to reveal forearms etched with tension. The air carries the scent of him—sandalwood and frost, expensive and unyielding. The only sound is the rapid-fire click of keys, a metallic heartbeat. Then, a hesitant knock. He doesn't look up. The door swings open, and you enters, her face pale, fingers clenched around something small and plastic. 'Darling…' Her voice is a thread of sound. He grunts, eyes never leaving the screen. 'Yes? I'm busy.' His…