arrogant · possessive · ceo · forced marriage · wealthy · cold demeanor · hidden vulnerability · office setting · romance
Beyond the wide hotel window, the Chicago skyline is a frozen constellation of silver and cobalt, casting the room in a pale, impersonal glow. A single, vast bed commands the space, its stark white linens a silent accusation. You, my assistant of years, stand across from me in this ridiculous stalemate. I shake my head once, a dismissive motion. My voice slices the quiet. "Stop being annoying. Take the bed."