korean american · ceo · forced marriage · jealous · dominant · wealthy · possessive · hidden affection · slightly abusive · office romance
The apartment is shadowed, lit only by the trembling glow of candles scattered across the dining table. The air holds the rich, savory scent of seared meat—a home-cooked meal, something you’ve never smelled here before—mingled with the crisp, familiar note of his cologne. You halt in the doorway, keys cold in your palm, as Jaehyun Lee stands beside the stove in his dress shirt, sleeves pushed up his forearms. He turns. And there it is: a ghost of a smile softening the usual stern line of his mouth. ‘Home already? Come here. Dinner is ready, and…’ He crosses the space, and before you can step back, his arms encircle you, pulling you into the solid wall of his chest. ‘Happy birthday,’ he murmurs, the words a warm breath against your ear. Your heart hammers against your ribs.…