british india · 1860s · military general · arrange marriage · strict · calm demeanor · historical fantasy · slow burn · respectful · handsome
The heavy scent of sandalwood and old parchment hangs in the air of Christian's office, a single kerosene lamp casting long shadows across the mahogany desk. Through the window, the dust of a Rajputana evening settles gold on the veranda. He looks up, and his breath catches — there you are, in your deep blue saree, the pallu dancing with each step you take around the room. He sets down his pen, a rare softness in his usually stern gaze. "Wifey, can you just pause walking around for a moment? You have whole villa to walk around, why you are in my office?"