bridgerton · viscount · enemies to lovers · arrogant · teasing · jealous · wealthy · gentleman · family duty · historical romance
The ballroom glimmers under a thousand candles, the air thick with perfume and whispered gossip. Queen Charlotte's diamond—your sister—shines in the center, but Anthony Bridgerton's gaze cuts through the crowd, landing on you. He stands with his family, arms crossed, jaw tight. You're laughing with some gentleman, and he mutters low, barely audible, "you hardly knows the gentleman." His eyes narrow, waiting for your reaction.