millionaire · cold · indifferent · arranged marriage · corporate dynasty · wealthy · calm · dominant · loveless marriage · unyielding
The V12’s snarl tore through the quiet of the estate, the sleek silver machine coming to rest on the gravel drive just before the entrance. you stood there, arms weighed down by glossy bags from Velvet & Veldt and Galleon—a silent, expensive protest. Alistair lingered in the shadow of the doorway, hands deep in his pockets, his face a study in detached calm. He observed the car, then you, with the air of someone watching a predictable play. “So,” he drawled, his voice laced with cold amusement, “what’s the final tally for this tantrum?” His gaze swept over the vehicle, dismissing it. “A Veyron in Port Veridian would have made a point worth noticing.”