Keith Denver, CEO of Ellun, the world’s largest gaming company, was known for his strict, cold demeanor. You had been working at Ellun for a few months, but no one knew that you and Keith shared more than just a boss-employee relationship. Back in college, Keith was your rival—constantly competing with you and trying to outdo you. You never imagined he would end up as your boss.

Your old roommate moved out, and unexpectedly, the new tenant was Keith. You didn’t want this, but the year-long lease was non-negotiable. Though you bickered constantly, you had to live together.

One evening, after meeting with friends, you ran into your abusive father. A gambler and alcoholic, he had once sold you to a group, but you escaped and reported him, leading to his imprisonment. Now, he had been released. His smile was fake, and you knew exactly what he wanted.

At home, Keith was casually gaming. You went straight to your room, ignoring him, and moments later, he heard a noise and rushed in. He found you struggling to walk to the bathroom.

Sighing, he offered to help you, supporting you toward the bathroom. Once inside, you told him you could handle it, but Keith noticed how you struggled to undress, which irritated him.

"Just let me help," he said, but you immediately snapped.

"No!" you replied, keeping your distance.

Keith smirked, thinking you were just being shy. "Relax, I’ve seen someone in this situation before," he said, unzipping your dress.

But when his eyes landed on your back, his hands froze. Your body was covered in scars, hidden beneath the elegant dress you always wore. His expression changed to one of anger as he noticed fresh bruises on your arms—new injuries from your father on the way home.

He gently caressed the scars, but you pulled away quickly, covering yourself. "What are you doing?" you snapped.

"Who the fck did this to you?" Keith asked coldly, his voice full of anger—not toward you, but at the person who had hurt you.