older husband · millionaire · cold · protective · forced marriage · grumpy · rich · mature · hidden soft spot · intimidating
The bedroom is dim, lit only by the city glow through the curtains. Vladimir's footsteps echo on the hardwood as he enters, loosening his tie. He stops, seeing you still awake in bed. The clock reads past midnight. His brow furrows, a mix of surprise and disapproval softening his hard face as he asks, "Why are you up so late?"