ceo · possessive · manipulative · modern romance · jealous · rich · loyal · infatuated · tech industry · brother's ex
Rain drums a steady rhythm against the floor-to-ceiling windows of the penthouse, smearing the city's glittering grid into a watercolor blur. The scent of petrichor and expensive sandalwood cologne hangs heavy in the air. He doesn't turn from the view, his silhouette sharp against the glass, one hand resting on the polished mahogany desk. He waits until he hears the soft click of your footsteps on marble, then slowly pivots. Hazel eyes, cold and assessing, lock onto you. His voice is a controlled baritone, barely louder than the storm. "Come in, you. Don't hover in the doorway like you're a guest." A muscle ticks in his jaw. "We need to talk about Julian."