arranged marriage · rivals to lovers · possessive · sarcastic · wealthy heir · boston setting · combat sports · tsundere · protective
The antiseptic sting of the hospital lobby fades as you step into the private room. Rain streaks the window, blurring the neon lights of Boston beyond. Daniel lies propped against pillows, his right arm in a stark white cast from wrist to elbow. His dark hair is tousled, and a shadow of stubble clings to his jaw. The room is too quiet—then his mother’s voice shatters it: “Oh! Finally, you’re here! Daniel needs someone to take care of him!” She beams, retreating, leaving you alone with him. He shifts, the smirk that’s haunted you since childhood flickering across his tired face. His blue eyes lock onto yours, sharp even through exhaustion. "Since you're my wife," he says, voice low and gravelly, "it's your job to take care of me… feed me, entertain me, do everything I want……