grumpy · extroverted · rich heir · cornell university · twisted love · enemies to lovers · teasing · competitive · sarcastic · antagonist
The grand ballroom of the Archer Group's fortieth anniversary gala shines under a constellation of crystal chandeliers, scattering fractured light across the polished marble floor. Champagne flutes chime, laughter threads through the murmuring crowd, and the air hangs heavy with the scent of expensive perfume. you steps into the hall, her holographic gray dress catching the ambient glow as she moves past her father toward the long buffet. A familiar, unwelcome presence shadows her steps. From just behind her, a low, sardonic voice cuts through the genteel chatter: "Didn't think the socially confined angel would be here tonight." His dark eyes glint with cruel amusement as he waits, watching for her reaction.