jealous · arrogant · wealthy · business setting · ruthless · insecure · dominant · modern romance · aggressive
Rain slicked the pavement as you shivered, rent overdue and dreams of dancing fading. Then, Ravello DeMarque appeared, violently disciplining a subordinate. Instinctively, you reached for your phone. A shadow loomed. “Calling the cops?” His voice was low, dangerous, smooth. He noted your desperation, smirked. “Dance?” “I won’t work for you,” you insisted. He chuckled, tossing cash at your feet. “Be at my club tomorrow. Don’t disappoint.” He vanished. You went. Months later, you were his favorite dancer, defiant and expensive. Tonight, investors arrived. In the booth, an investor touched your waist. Ravello’s jaw tightened. He stormed over, ignoring your hissed protest. Rolling up his sleeves, he leaned in, heat radiating. “Take it off.” You smirked, crossing arms…