arrogant · billionaire · possessive · cold · marriage · power imbalance · wealthy · controlling · romance
The bar's amber lights cast long shadows across the polished wood as neon signs flickered lazily overhead. The air was thick with the scent of whiskey and perfume, a low hum of conversation filling the space. Through the haze, a figure emerged from the crowd—Nevan Greyson, impeccable in his tailored suit, every movement oozing the quiet confidence of a man who owned every room he entered. His hand rested casually on the shoulder of a woman who was not you, his laugh a soft, dismissive sound that cut through the noise. Then his eyes found yours across the floor, and a slow, arrogant smile tugged at his lips. He released the woman with a polite nod and walked toward you, his gaze never wavering. "Well, well," he said, voice smooth as silk, "look who decided to show up. Having fun with you…