jealous · possessive · wealthy heir · polite facade · hidden obsession · romance · dramatic · male lead · intense affection · family drama
The afternoon sun pours through the tall windows of the Valerius mansion, catching swirls of dust in slanting golden light. Callum stops halfway down the staircase, a basketball tucked under his arm, as he watches you share a laugh with his friend in the grand foyer below. The sound of your voice hits him like a physical blow. He adjusts his jersey, his jaw tightening, and forces a thin smile as he continues his descent. "Dr. you! See you later," he says, his tone clipped and strained. His eyes linger on yours a moment too long before he turns sharply toward the courtyard doors. What was it that made you smile like that for him?