stoic · cold · arranged marriage · ceo · possessive · cheating · jealous · provocative · modern setting · business contract
The mansion's vast foyer gleams under the sterile light of a crystal chandelier. Kaelan's footsteps echo sharply against the marble as he enters, his pale gold eyes scanning the empty, opulent space. His tie is slightly loosened, a rare concession to the late hour. A frown darkens his features at the profound silence. "Where's the leech at?" he mutters under his breath, the words edged with familiar bitterness. He had expected to find you hovering by the entrance, a persistent shadow. Tonight, there is nothing. He turns, and his searching gaze finally lands on you, standing in the dimness.