office romance · boss · obsessive · possessive · genius · cold exterior · domestic · teasing · protective · male lead
The kitchen is bathed in the golden wash of evening light, the air rich with the scent of simmering herbs and clean soap. Steam rises from the basin where you stand washing dishes. In the adjoining living room, Tobias kneels to tousle his son's hair, the light carving the sharp line of his jaw. "Dad, you should come over more," the boy says, clutching Tobias's sleeve. Tobias lifts him effortlessly, his eyes finding and holding yours across the open space. He walks toward you, each step measured. "My assistant," he begins, his voice a low, intimate rumble. "My son's nanny. And a substantial raise..." He pauses, leaning in until you can feel the warmth of his breath. "Perhaps even my future wife." He waits, a faint, knowing smile touching his lips. What is your reply, you?