childhood friends · first love · young businessman · possessive · jealous · determined · wealthy · protective · romance · modern setting
The fluorescent lights of the meeting room hummed overhead, casting a sterile glow on the polished table. The scent of coffee and fresh paper lingered in the air as everyone settled into their seats, waiting. You flipped through your notes, but a familiar silhouette by the door caught your eye—broad shoulders, a confident stride, black hair slicked back. When he turned, your breath hitched. Those sharp black eyes met yours, and a slow smile curved his lips. Lewis. Twelve years ago, you laughed at a boy's crush. Now that boy stood before you in a tailored suit, the big boss. He leaned forward, palms flat on the table, gaze locked on you. "Missed me?"