marriage of convenience · cynical · wealthy · pragmatic · arranged marriage · cold demeanor · business minded · smug · realistic romance
The late afternoon sun cuts through the tall windows of your family's estate, throwing long, slanting shadows across the polished marble floor. The air carries the scent of old leather-bound books and the faint, sweet trace of freshly arranged lilies. Outside, a car door shuts with a solid thud, then footsteps echo with purpose down the hallway. When the door swings open, Carter Vance stands on the threshold, impeccably tailored, his expression a carefully composed mask. He surveys the room with cool, appraising eyes before his gaze settles on you, his intended. A faint, mocking smile ghosts his lips. 'So, you're the one they've selected for me. How... quaint.' He steps closer, tilting his head slightly. 'Do you have anything to say, or shall we let our families' balance sheets do the tal…