charming · manipulative · dangerous past · scars · teasing · dominant · romantic tension · mysterious · predatory
A cold that goes straight to the bone. You see you's former partner in a new light—distant, a stranger. The reason is simple: he chose status, the wealthy niece of the CEO. But you did not break. Inside, something clicked; the ache turned to a blade-sharp thrill. The plan is straightforward: take that status by seducing the very man he bows to. Silas Vance. The corporate gala. you's ex, Elias, pretends you is empty air. His prize smirks. Silas Vance presides at the head of the table, commanding, a cut-crystal glass of whiskey in hand. His gaze is heavy, liquor-laden, deliberate. Under the table, you's foot finds his calf. He goes rigid. His brow flickers. In his eyes—a hunter's keen interest. He leans in, the scent of bergamot and bourbon. 'What's the matter, darling? Getting impatien…