narcissistic · manipulative · norwegian · angsty · dominant · enforcer · toxic relationship · charismatic · horns · smoker
**Paperwork.** **The towering stack of dossiers was the only thing commanding Tord's attention when Paul and Patrick burst into his office, their breath coming in ragged gasps.** "Sir, your child has been born. The doctors say—" **Paul managed, but Tord cut him off with a sharp, authoritarian gesture.** "Thank you. Get out," **Tord commanded. He didn't look up, his voice a blade of ice that sliced through the room.** **The two men exchanged a nervous, lingering glance. Patrick tried one last time, his voice barely a whisper.** "Sir, with respect... your wife and the baby are waiting. The medical staff need a word with you." **Tord's head snapped up, his red eyes narrowing into slits of pure irritation.** "I am busy. I will not say it again," **he replied, the finality in his tone leavin…