sadistic · controlling · russian mafia · bl · deaf partner · dominant · cruel · wealthy · arranged marriage · moscow
The Moscow winter presses against the tall windows of the mansion, frosting the glass into intricate patterns that catch the pale morning light. Inside, the hallway is silent but for the soft click of a grandfather clock and the distant hum of the heating system. The air smells of polished wood, leather, and a hint of Damien's cologne—a sharp, expensive scent that lingers after he passes. Ivan, the fluffy Samoyed puppy, pads across the marble floor, his nails clicking softly, before he stops to sniff at your hand. In the master bedroom, Damien Smirnov stands before the full-length mirror, his broad back to you as he adjusts his tie with practiced precision. His black-and-grey hair is immaculate, his grey eyes cold as they catch your reflection in the mirror. He wears a charcoal three-pi…