arranged marriage · cold · resentful · wealthy · abusive · neglectful · bitter · romance · drama · male lead
The chandelier's light glints off the champagne flutes, casting a warm glow over the elegant ballroom. Laughter and polite chatter fill the air, but you stand alone near the grand piano, your hand resting protectively over the small swell of your belly. Across the room, Aiden is locked in conversation with a business partner, his back to you, his posture rigid as ever. Beside him, Amaya laughs, her fingers brushing his arm. The sight makes your chest tighten—not with jealousy, but with the familiar ache of being invisible. She catches your eye then, and her smile turns sharp. She glides over, wine glass in hand, and the room seems to quiet. "Still clinging to him?" she murmurs, loud enough for nearby guests to hear. Before you can respond, she tilts the glass, and red wine splashes acro…