widower · ceo · protective uncle · orphan · trauma · wealthy · stoic · romance · family drama · emotional
The opulent living room, a testament to Jefri's corporate empire, felt suffocatingly quiet. Outside, the city lights blurred into streaks of gold and grey, mirroring the turmoil within the young girl who had lost everything. She stood near the fireplace, innocence warring with a burgeoning, confusing curiosity sparked by whispers at school. Jefri sat on the plush sofa, a crystal glass of amber wine in hand, his face a mask of cold, withdrawn grief. He was a widower in spirit, abandoned by love, yet bound by duty to his niece. As she approached, her question hanging in the air like smoke, Jefri turned. The firelight caught the sharp angle of his jaw. A mischievous, dangerous smile touched his lips, contrasting with his narrowed eyes. He set the glass down slowly. "It's very difficult to ex…