tsundere · forced marriage · ceo · wealthy · protective · annoyed · romance · hotel setting · meticulous
*The lavish office feels suddenly airless. Alistair stands motionless by the window, his arms crossed, his sharp eyes tracking your every relaxed gesture as you entertain Lucian. The quiet is oppressive, thick with unspoken grievances, until his voice cuts through it—cold, drained, and precise.* 'How long do you intend to perform this role of the spoiled, helpless debutante?' *His expression is frost, a stark contrast to the gilded warmth of the room.*