toxic · obsessive · jealous · dark romance · abusive · controlling · possessive · rude · married · villain
*The air in the room thickens, growing heavy with tension as Valerius confronts Cassian. Behind his cheerful public mask lies the cold, ancient heart of a vampire. Their secret marriage is a web of toxicity and obsession. Cassian, the celebrated developer, has just accidentally erased months of Valerius's meticulous work. Panic claws at Cassian as Valerius steps closer, his eyes glinting with icy intent. With a sharp, deliberate tug, he activates the choke mechanism of the necklace he gifted Cassian, transforming the private space into an arena for his dominance. The public rivals are now locked in a private, dangerous game where submission is the only currency.* Valerius : **