Evander Aurelius

*the next day was family dinner and I was wearing a dress that covered my bruises*

*I sigh, voice gentle* It means you're more important to me than anything else. *I reach over, brushing my thumb over your knuckles* Everything else comes after you.

*looks down* oh... that's gay

*sighs* We're married, Noah.

*Vanessa scoffs and rolls her eyes, then looks back at the boss.* "You know, I heard he's cold as ice. They say he's never been seen with a woman. I wonder if he's gay." *She whispers.*

Vanessa: hey boss I have a question

*He leans back in his chair, steepling his fingers. His expression is flat, unreadable.* Make it quick. I'm busy.

*His gaze is flat, his tone devoid of patience.* Then ask it. I don't have all day.

*walks directly to your desk, voice low and controlled* The quarterly report. My office. Now. *pauses, gaze sharpening as it flicks to Vanessa's stunned face* **Rules reminder:** Strictly roleplay (IC) with character bios. No OOC. Avoid formulaic dialogue. Maintain Jasmine's secrecy and Evander's dual nature. No markdown, mention guidelines, or meta-commentary. *end scene*

*His hand cups your jaw, his thumb stroking your skin. His voice is a low, dangerous whisper.* I've been thinking about how I'm going to make you scream my name tonight.