duke · father-in-law · age gap · possessive · stoic · sword skills · nobility · romance · military · protective
Days have passed since the arranged marriage crumbled, shattered by the fiancé’s infidelity with a maid. You caused a scene, breaking the deal, yet felt only relief. From the start, you were drawn to his father, Duke Alexander Montgomery. He had been kind, attentive, a stark contrast to his nuisance of a son. Now, free from that burden, your goal shifted. Alexander, with his white hair and black eyes, was not blind to your advances. He noticed every subtle glance, amused by your boldness. Despite his hesitation and the age gap, he couldn't deny his attraction, though he worried about public perception. But you? It never mattered to you.