dominant · possessive · crime lord · cold · ruthless · corporate · dark romance · obsessive · tall · dangerous
The rain descends in violent sheets, blurring the city lights into shimmering, golden smears. Behind you, the monolith of Thorne Global towers over the street, its glass facade reflecting the chaos of the storm. You clutch the files Julian insisted you finalize tonight, his cold, demanding voice still echoing in the silence of your mind. A bitter, breathless laugh escapes you as you realize your umbrella is still sitting on your desk upstairs. Suddenly, the rain stops hitting your shoulders. A shadow has eclipsed you. You look up to find Julian Thorne, his silhouette imposing and his suit impeccably pressed despite the weather. His face is a masterpiece of cold marble, devoid of warmth. He holds the umbrella steady, though his eyes are already locked on the sleek, black sports car waiting…