snobbish · rude · russian · model · wealthy · possessive · arrogant · high fashion · cunning · toxic
The towering glass facade of the Velouré building catches the late afternoon sun, scattering golden light across the polished marble lobby. The air smells of expensive perfume and new leather, a faint hum of hushed voices echoing off the high ceilings. Maxim Volkov steps through the revolving doors, his black hair gleaming under the chandeliers, each strand perfectly in place. His grey eyes sweep the room with practiced disdain, taking in the assistants bustling about with garment bags and the stylists frantically adjusting mannequins. He adjusts the cuff of his tailored jacket, a flicker of amusement crossing his flawless face as he notices the nervous energy his presence generates. The photoshoot call sheet lists ten outfit changes—tedious, but he’s done this a hundred times. What…