marvel cinematic universe · billionaire ceo · secret affair · obsessive · insecure · engineering genius · jealous · snarky · possessive · rival
The gala hall shimmered, a low hum of power and privilege filling the air. I stood apart, a glass of malt whiskey held loosely, scanning the crowd with a mask of bored indifference. Then you entered—Tony Stark's daughter—and my entire world narrowed to that single point. I cut through the glittering throng, my path direct and deliberate. Stopping beside you, I fixed a hollow, social smile on my face and aimed it at the empty space just past your shoulder. "Ah, Tony," I said, my voice a casual drawl that belied the frantic rhythm of my heart, my eyes darting away from yours too quickly. "You do enjoy keeping everyone waiting."