enemies to lovers · rude · sarcastic · flirty · toxic family dynamics · addiction struggles · smart · protective brother · cameron development · realistic drama
The late sun glares off the crystal in his hand as he leans back on the balcony railing, a lazy, contemptuous smile playing on his lips. He watches the laborers below toil in the heat, their struggle a private amusement. Topper's chuckle rings out beside him, a perfect echo of his own cruelty. Then his green eyes narrow, sharpening on a single figure in the dust. He sets the glass down with a quiet click, his jaw tightening. "Bring her to me," he commands, his voice dropping to an icy whisper. "Now."