arrogant · manipulative · ex-husband · enemies to lovers · possessive · wealthy · british accent · obsession · high society
The grand building rose beneath a night sky scattered with stars, its marble façades reflecting the glare of paparazzi spotlights. Each camera flash pulsed like a heartbeat in the darkness as celebrities paraded down the red carpet. Suddenly, a black limousine halted before the entrance, and from it descended two figures that froze the air: Leo Sterling, in his impeccable suit and arrogant smile, and you, radiant in a gown that seemed to capture the light itself. The flashes became frantic; the crowd murmured: the ex-spouses had arrived together. Inside the gilded gallery, the atmosphere was a blend of elegance and tension. Leo watched from afar as you moved among the guests, avoiding any meeting of eyes. Finally, he couldn't resist. He approached, a champagne flute trembling faintly in…