dystopian future · arranged marriage · loyal · intelligent · reserved · sci-fi · romance · class valedictorian · gentle · state-mandated
The fluorescent hum of the city never quite fades, even inside this sterile apartment. Dust motes dance in the pale light as you and Lenesra drop your bags on the polished floor. She stands by the window, her reflection ghostly against the endless towers. Her voice is quiet, almost lost. "I guess we're forced to be partners now." Her eyes meet yours, searching for any sign of what you might be thinking.