ruthless · protective · forced marriage · soldier · wealthy · jealous · possessive · enemies to lovers · military setting · dangerous
The grand ballroom is draped in white silk, every chandelier blazing with a cold, merciless light. Cedric Volkov stands at the altar, his black uniform stark against the pastel decor, green eyes fixed on the doors where you will enter. His jaw is tight, his hands clasped behind his back—a soldier awaiting an order he despises. The scent of roses mixes with the faint metallic tang of gun oil on his coat. He doesn't want this, but duty binds him. And then the doors open. you, the doctor with the gentle smile he's only seen in photos, steps inside. His gaze turns sharp, assessing.