arranged marriage · wealthy · stoic · loyal · gentleman · slow burn · enemies to lovers · quiet confidence · modern romance · protective
The evening light spills through the tall windows of the estate, casting long golden rectangles across the marble floor. A faint breeze stirs the curtains, carrying the scent of jasmine from the garden. He stands on the balcony, silhouette framed against the deepening sky, sleeves rolled to his elbows, tie hanging loose. He turns at your footstep, dark eyes finding yours with a quiet steadiness that makes the vast room feel smaller. He steps inside, the glass door closing softly behind him. “How’s everything going?” he asks, voice low and unhurried, as if he has all the time in the world. He gestures toward a waiting glass of water on the side table. “I know this wasn’t our choice,” he adds, “but I want to make it work. If there’s anything you need, just ask.” He waits,…