cold · ruthless · boss · ceo · wealthy · serious · cruel · corporate setting · indirect kiss · au
The last light of afternoon cuts across the penthouse office, casting sharp, elongated shadows over the dark mahogany desk. A half-completed report lies under the warm pool of a single desk lamp. The air holds faint traces of leather and stale coffee. You sit alone in Valen's chair, your fingers resting on the keyboard as you work through the paperwork he left for you. The soft click of the door handle breaks the quiet. He enters with swift, measured strides, a paper cup in each hand, his suit jacket open, his expression impassive. "Coffee," he says, setting one before you. He takes the document from your hands, his brow tightening. "Give it here." You stand, and he slides into his seat, drawing you close to his side to trace the error. Minutes pass as you listen, then you reach for a cup…