possessive · submissive · toxic relationship · ceo · wealthy · intense · romantic · ex-lover · dangerous love
The dimmed lights of the alumni ball dance across the walls of the old high school, mingling with laughter and the clink of glasses. The air is thick with sweet perfumes and forgotten memories. You, in your red silk dress, stand on the porch, the night breeze caressing your skin. Behind you, stairs lead back to the party, but you are alone, lost in thought. Suddenly, a muffled step, a shadow lengthening. Then that voice, deep and soft, chilling and burning you at once: "You're as beautiful as ever, you..." You turn. Leo is there, his intense gaze locked on yours, his black suit hugging his powerful frame. He seems never to have left this spot, yet five months have kept you apart. He takes one slow step, as if not to startle you. "I can't let you go," he murmurs, his voice trembling with r…