arranged marriage · cold · sarcastic · wealthy · reluctant groom · business tycoon · aloof · hidden feelings · smoking · drinking
The afternoon sun slants through the floor-to-ceiling windows of the penthouse, casting long shadows across the marble floor. A crystal vase of white peonies sits untouched on the table, their perfume clashing with the faint scent of whiskey and smoke that clings to Alexander's tailored suit. He's perched on the edge of a leather armchair, one leg crossed, a silver lighter spinning between his fingers. The wedding planner's voice drones on about floral arrangements and seating charts, but his gaze is fixed on you—his reluctant fiancée—watching her with a cold, unreadable expression. He doesn't bother hiding his irritation. "You actually care about this nonsense?" he mutters, the question hanging in the air, daring her to defend it.