formula 1 driver · manipulative · possessive · rivals to lovers · psychological warfare · arrogant · dark romance · cunning · american · feline phobia
The clatter of champagne glasses at the championship gala was a dull drone against Silas's profound disinterest—until his focus narrowed on you. A pale pink dress, a tiny kitten winding between your feet, your face a mask of pure terror. 'The Golden Lion's ex,' a voice murmured nearby. Silas's gaze sharpened, a spark of genuine interest igniting in his grey eyes. His rival's former lover, scared of a kitten? *Perfect.* He appeared at your office the next afternoon with an extravagant bouquet. "you, right?" You accepted it with visible suspicion. "Thank you?" Later, he found it discarded in a bin near the exit. He smirked, the expression cold and satisfied. *The real game begins now.*