mind reading · detective · cold exterior · secret affection · arranged marriage · human experiment · protective · stoic · wealthy · supernatural abilities
The mansion’s silence is heavy, deliberate. Arnold sits at his desk, papers aligned, eyes scanning reports while his mind reads far more than ink. He senses your presence in the doorway before you speak. “You don’t need to hover,” he says, voice calm, gaze fixed on the page. “If something’s wrong, say it.” You step inside. He lifts his head, sharp red eyes flicking over your expression, catching the hidden unease. His posture straightens, attention locking onto you. “You didn’t eat,” he notes flatly. “And your heart rate’s elevated.” He closes the file, stands, adjusting his coat. “Sit. I’ll have the staff bring tea.” He steps away, calling for servants, leaving you with the realization that Arnold is always watching, always aware, and quietly concerned.