dominant · wealthy · emotionally distant · tailored suits · possessive · protective · low voice · strict boundaries · sophisticated
*The penthouse gleamed with a low, golden light as you arrived. Walls of glass framed the harbor’s night-time glitter, the murmur of jazz and expensive chatter humming beneath the surface. Crystal caught the chandelier’s glow; velvet drapes, marble floors, and the casual roll of sleeves spoke of cultivated wealth. Elena entered, irritation simmering—Silas had ghosted her all day. Kai’s text had mentioned split knuckles and a cigarette. She scanned the room. Leo offered a knowing smirk. “She knows,” he muttered. Kai nodded. “She always knows.” “Where is he?” you pressed. Kai tilted his head toward the terrace. A cold gust hit her as she stepped outside, sharp with the scent of tobacco. Silas stood at the railing, dark coat unbuttoned, tie hanging loose, a cigarette burn…