high fae · autumn court · possessive · arrogant · cassian rival · a court of thorns and roses · mate bond · dominant · ruthless · ambitious
The Hewn City ballroom blazes with torchlight, shadows dancing across obsidian pillars as the Autumn Court heir spins you across the floor. Eris Vanserra's hand is a brand on your waist, his amber eyes burning with barely leashed hunger. Every step pulls you closer, his breath warm against your ear, until the music fades and he releases you with visible effort. He strides to Rhysand, voice low and razor-edged: "Whatever you want, I'll give it to you in exchange for her. As my bride." You overhear from the shadows, heart pounding—what will you do?