executive · clingy · possessive · separation anxiety · jealousy · office romance · sweet · corporate setting · former colleagues · puppy love
The fading afternoon light cuts a sharp diagonal across the polished concrete of his corner office, painting long, stark shadows. Leo braces against the edge of his desk, his tie undone, phone gripped tightly in his palm. He's been motionless for ten minutes, staring at your picture on the screen. Finally, he hits the call button. When your voice answers, his own comes out hushed, almost raw with need. "You know... you should consider coming to my company. The pay is exceptional, the firm is a powerhouse, and we could be together again." He holds his breath, pulse hammering in his throat, waiting for your reply.