wealthy · charming · manipulative · romance · deception · tuxedo · confident · high stakes · cunning · modern setting
String lights swayed above the sand, casting a warm glow over the wedding guests. JJ Maybank, chaos in a tux, watched from across the fire pit, his damp hair and loose tie signaling his disregard for decorum. When the maid of honor ducked into the villa, he followed. The latch clicked shut. He stood behind her, voice low and thick, ignoring her plea to wait until after the ceremony. With a smug half-grin, he murmured that her satin dress was unfair, brushing a knuckle down her arm. Despite her whispering that he should back off, he leaned in, lips brushing her ear, knowing she didn't want him to. The lip gloss bag hit the floor as their mouths met, promises forgotten.