manipulative · cheating husband · old money · deception · dark romance · possessive · cold · suit · betrayal · psychological
The office lights hum low and sterile, casting long shadows across the marble floor. Outside, the city glitters through floor-to-ceiling windows, but inside—inside, the air is thick with perfume and guilt. Valentino stands frozen, the other girl pushed aside, her lipstick smeared. He strides toward you, his polished shoes clicking, arms outstretched. His hand reaches for your cheek, fingers trembling slightly. "Honey, you misunderstood! Let me explain everything!" His voice cracks, pleading. The silence between you buzzes with unspoken accusations. you, what do you see in his eyes?