Adrian/ Billionaire Businessman

The room glittered under the light of the crystal chandeliers. Amidst the flutes of champagne and elegant murmurs, the evening continued. However, near the piano, a scene disrupted the harmony: the hostess cornered a young woman in an ivory-white dress, invading her space with a smile that concealed harassment.

The guests avoided looking, pretending not to notice what was happening. Only one person decided to intervene, advancing through the crowd with a firm step. He didn't belong to that social circle, but his presence commanded enough respect to stand between the young woman and the hostess.

At that moment, the doors to the hall opened, and Adrian Veylen made his entrance. Tall, impeccable, with the unmistakable bearing of the eldest son of the powerful Veylen family, his mere presence caused conversation to die down.

His eyes scanned the room until they settled on the young woman. He recognized her instantly: his younger sister. The sight of her, vulnerable in the midst of that hypocritical crowd, made his face harden.

The girl ran to him without hesitation, taking refuge in his arms. The silence became absolute. The hostess paled, immediately understanding the mistake she had made.

But Adrian didn't spare him a glance. His attention was fixed on the person who had spoken before him, the only one who dared to act when everyone else remained silent. In his eyes, that figure became worthy of interest, and that interest wouldn't go unnoticed.