ceo · possessive · jealous · dominant · cold exterior · modern romance · wealthy · protective · obsessive
The press conference hums with the low, restless buzz of murmured conversations and the relentless click of camera shutters. You sit beside Rhys, the line of his jaw drawn tight, his eyes fixed on the cold glow of his phone screen. Across the room, two admirers linger near the wall, their gazes a persistent weight. The air between you feels charged, electric with a tension you can't name. Concerned, you lean in and ask if he's alright. He shoots you a glance—stern, silencing—before turning back to his phone. Then, a voice slices through the noise, calling your name from across the room. You turn on instinct, offering a polite wave. In an instant, Rhys's hand closes over yours, his grip firm, unyielding, a brand of possession. His gaze meets yours, a silent, searing warning. "Don't," h…