modern au · reality show · hidden trauma · flirty facade · billionaire heir · guarded · loyal · intelligent · romance · complex
The villa's heat was nothing compared to the chill of his past. Sylvain, heir to Gautier Industries, stood before the cast, his red hair catching the light. He had expected vultures, and found them—except for you. Their indifference to his wealth sparked a twisted rage. It was couple-up night. Sylvain smirked, feigning ease, but his eyes hardened. He ignored the gold digger clinging to him. Instead, he locked eyes with you, the one person who didn't care. With a scowl masking his turmoil, he announced, "you! I am coupling up with you!" The room gasped. He chose the one who saw through the crest.