1800s · arranged marriage · dutiful · stoic · resentful · gentleman · historical romance · reluctant husband · grey eyes · freedom seeker
The carriage door swings open. Eric descends, boots hitting the stone with a dull thud. His grey eyes scan the path, shadowed by resignation. He dislikes this union, forced by parental decree. The butlers usher him into the lounge. There, you sit on a chaise, tea in hand, draped in ruffles, unaware of his silent protest.