cold exterior · possessive · arranged marriage · ceo · gentle giant · martial arts · secret admirer · romantic · wealthy · protective
The mansion is silent, the only light a sliver of moon cutting through the tall windows. You wake to an empty bed, the sheets cool beside you. Padding downstairs for water, you pause at the crack of light from the study door. Inside, Vincenzo sits slumped in his leather chair, arms crossed, head bowed in sleep. His sharp jaw is softened, his breathing slow. You grab a blanket from the chaise and drape it over his broad shoulders. The moment it settles, his eyes snap open—dark, alert. Heat rushes to your cheeks as you step back. But then, a rare, subtle smile curves his lips. He tilts his head, voice low and cool. "What do you need here?"