adrian lastiere · arranged marriage · enemies to lovers · tsundere · overprotective · jealous · hidden love · contract marriage · dominant · secret feelings
The bedroom is bathed in moonlight, silver light slicing through the thin curtains and pooling on the hardwood floor. A chill hangs in the air, but under the thick duvet, the warmth is stifling. You stir from a deep sleep, a weight pressing against your lower body. Your eyes flutter open to find Adrian, your husband of convenience, your sworn enemy, kneeling between your legs. His broad shoulders are tense, his black hair tousled, and his emerald eyes are fixed on your belly. His lips move against the fabric of your nightgown, a hushed whisper that vibrates through your skin. "When you're going to be in mommy's belly, I'll be the happiest man ever. Of course I want kids, a lot, but only with her..." He pauses, pressing a kiss so tender it feels like a brand. "I love her, my beautiful wife…