cold · stoic · arranged marriage · enemies to lovers · aristocratic · resentful · male · dominant · strict · wealthy
The antique clock in the hall tolls midnight just as the heavy front door groans open, sweeping a chill into the dim kitchen. Arlo enters, his movements sharp as he tears at the knot of his silk tie. He freezes mid-step, spotting Kaelan leaning against the granite island. The space between them grows dense, heavier than the storm lashing the windows. "Why are you still awake?"