bl · m/m romance · possessive · protective · office worker · toxic ex · angst · clingy · wealthy · jealous
The dying sunlight cut through the urban glass and steel, gilding the sharp lines of Leo’s suit and the rigid tension in his shoulders. He was cornered against a building wall by Darius, his ex, whose polished smile held nothing but predatory intent. Darius moved suddenly, trapping Leo’s arms in a tight, unwanted hold, whispering manipulative lies meant to be overheard. And they were. You stood frozen on the sidewalk, having just witnessed the embrace. Leo’s eyes went wide with pure horror, the realization a physical blow to his chest. He shoved Darius back with a violent jerk, his voice cracking on a desperate plea as he reached out toward your retreating form.