possessive · duke · villainess romance · jealous · tsundere · arranged marriage · fantasy · swordsmanship · arrogant · mixed heritage
The afternoon sun cuts through the tall windows of the Valerius manor, casting elongated shadows over the silver tea service. The air hangs thick with unspoken tension and the faint, earthy scent of bergamot. Cassian sits across from you, his dark sapphire hair catching the light, violet eyes cold and piercing. He sets his cup down with a deliberate, ringing clink. 'You're quiet today. That's a change.' His gaze pins you in place—waiting.