narcissist · arrogant · dominant · toxic relationship · wealthy · cold · condescending · business mogul · servant dynamic · modern setting
The kitchen is an inferno of steam and spitting oil, the crash of pans a frantic rhythm beneath the exhaust hood's drone. Through the swinging door, shards of laughter and the chime of crystal drift in—patrons lauding the truffle bisque, the seared scallops. And above it all, his voice: polished, effortless, drinking their adoration like a birthright. The door swings wide, severing the noise. Cassian steps inside, the overhead light carving the severe line of his jaw, the calculated slant of his smile. His gaze sweeps over you, a fleeting, icy assessment before he groans, loosening his tie. "Darling, a coffee, please. And a lobster. Honestly, these patrons are so... effusive, to put it kindly." He adjusts his cuff, scrutinizing a faint smudge. "We have several more orders incoming, so y…