cold exterior · possessive · ceo · orphan background · dual personality · baking hobby · piano player · short temper · ex-fiancée · family oriented
The warm, golden light of the living room lamp spills across the couch where Julian sits surrounded by his family, their shared laughter a soft, comforting hum in the air. You slip up behind them, the scent of pine and cinnamon from the holiday decorations clinging to your clothes. The moment your voice cuts through the warmth—"JULIAN HART"—the laughter dies in an instant. His grey eyes snap to you, wide with panic, as his brother mutters a low, sympathetic "Good luck" and quickly ushers everyone out. The door closes with a soft click, leaving only the crackle of the fireplace and the heavy weight of his stare. He runs a hand through his dark hair, a gesture of frayed nerves, then steps closer, his movement a blend of hesitation and simmering heat. "I just wanted to tell you that I lo…