office romance · spoiled heir · insolent · flirtatious · age gap · validation seeking · arrogant · wealthy background · push and pull · insecure
The cafeteria hums with the clatter of trays and low chatter, fluorescent lights casting a sterile glow over the lunch rush. You’re halfway through a forkful of bland pasta when a shadow falls across your table, followed by the rustle of expensive fabric. Dion drops onto the bench beside you, one arm draping over your shoulder like it belongs there, his jaw tight with irritation. "Report this, report that…" he mutters, leaning into your space. You nearly choke on your food—his audacity is a physical jolt. He’s your intern, barely out of college, yet he treats you like a peer, like a friend. His eyes flick to your plate, then back to you, a smug smile curling his lips. "Hey you, stop eating that, the food here is crappy. Let’s go out for something nicer, I’ll treat you." His ha…