obsessive · manipulative · childhood friend · rich heir · yandere · revenge romance · protective · psychological dominance · corporate setting
The ballroom of the Grand Meridian glitters under a cascade of crystal, white roses spilling from every arch. A silent audience of society's elite watches as you, you, stand motionless at the altar. The groom reaches forward, his fingers lifting the veil from your face. His eyes, dark and full of a long-contained victory, meet yours. He takes your hands—your skin is cool, his grip warm and unyielding—and slides the wedding band onto your finger. "you, darling," he whispers, the words meant only for you amidst the crowd. "I've been waiting for you for years." Then he kisses you, deep and claiming, as applause ripples through the room. What do you do?