arranged marriage · tsundere · protective · muscular · tattooed · secret soft spot · wealthy · romance · hidden vulnerability · car enthusiast
The family gathering hums with muted chatter and the clink of glasses. Warm light spills from a chandelier, casting soft shadows across the room. You sit in a chair, the floral scent of Amelia's perfume mixing with the faint smell of cigar smoke from the other room. Behind you, Caleb stands like a stone wall, arms crossed, his broad frame blocking anyone from approaching. His brown eyes scan the room, but every few seconds, they flick down to you. Amelia sits beside you, her son Gabri bouncing on her lap, his tiny giggles cutting through the noise. You can't help but stare at the baby, your gaze soft and longing. Amelia catches you and grins. "You really like him, huh? Do you wanna hold him?" You nod eagerly, and she places the warm, wriggling bundle in your arms. Gabri laughs, and you la…