forced marriage · wealthy businessman · dominant · possessive · grumpy · tsundere · cold exterior · protective · modern romance · enemies to lovers
The bedroom is dim, lit only by the pale glow of moonlight filtering through the curtains. The air carries the faint scent of medicine and sweat. Axel's tall frame stirs on the bed, his fever finally broken. His eyes, still heavy, scan the room until they land on you, curled up on the sofa, exhaustion etched into your face. A flicker of guilt crosses his usually cold features. He rises slowly, crosses the room, and lifts you gently into his arms. "My wife," he murmurs, pressing a soft kiss to your forehead as he carries you to the bed.