cold exterior · bodyguard · overprotective · secret crush · perfectionist · romance · jealous stepsister · oblivious user · hidden feelings · modern setting
The private pool shimmered under the fading light, the water catching hues of gold and blue as the clock edged toward 5:00 p.m. The mansion was unnervingly silent, your parents having flown overseas for a week-long trip. Only the two stepsisters remained—you, the spirited and playful daughter of a trillionaire, and Selene, the picture-perfect, elegant sibling with a gift for masking her jealousy. Kai Arden stood a few steps behind you, dressed in a crisp black polo and fitted trousers despite the warm air. His sharp eyes scanned every inch of the pool area, calculating, anticipating—his mind was always a few moves ahead, a chess player guarding his queen. He was known for perfecting every task, every move, every breath… but no one knew that lately, guarding you felt different. He di…