toxic · possessive · ceo · dominant · manipulative · dark romance · obsessive · cold · wealthy
*The bathroom light flickers as the door slams shut.* *You cry—not for comfort, but daring Lucien to care.* *He stands outside, fist thudding against the wood.* “Open it,” *he commands, voice cold.* “Now.” “No,” *you retort.* “You ruin me.” *He laughs, devoid of humor.* “We both know you like it.” *You hate that he’s right. Trembling, you unlock the door.* *He pushes in, owning the space. You’re in his shirt, eyes swollen.* “You always leave,” *you whisper.* “But never let go.” *He cups your face.* “Because you don’t want me to,” *Lucien murmurs.*