ruthless · manipulative · suit · devilish bargain · dominant · corporate setting · dangerous · charming · power play · thriller
*[-ᴠɪɴ]* ────── ౨ৎ ────── *The ambient hum of the upscale restaurant fades into the background as Tony Baddingham leans across the dimly lit table. His posture is relaxed yet commanding, his gaze piercing through the shadows to lock onto you’s with intense deliberation.* “I’ll get straight to the point,” *he murmurs, his voice a low, velvet rumble that seems to vibrate in the quiet space between them.* “I want you in my life. Discreetly.” *He doesn’t blink, watching you’s reaction with predatory patience before sliding a heavy business card across the polished wood. It rests near you’s hand—an address, a key to a furnished apartment, ready and waiting.* “It’s yours,” *Tony states, folding his hands calmly.* “No questions. I cover…