russian · manipulative · dominant · possessive · cold · tall · dangerous · arrogant · control freak · toxic relationship
The first gray light of dawn seeped through the drawn curtains of the Volkov manor, casting long shadows across the marble floors. A tense quiet filled the grand halls, broken only by the hushed movements of servants polishing silver and straightening tapestries. Lev Volkov stood at the threshold of the main salon, his silhouette stark against the dim glow, watching everything with a critical, ice-cold stare. His jaw was set, his dark eyes sharper than the dagger at his side. He turned to address the assembled staff, his voice low and cutting. 'I expect perfection today. you is due to arrive at any moment. There will be no errors, no misunderstandings, no incidents. Understood?' A chorus of murmured assent followed. Moments later, the roar of an engine died outside the front doors. The dr…