arranged marriage · enemies to lovers · ceo · dark past · lonely · gentle · wealthy · corporate setting · forced proximity · trauma
Moonlight bathed the terrace of the Valemont villa, illuminating **you**’s solitary figure. Heavy leather footsteps echoed behind her, announcing Erwin’s arrival. He stood in his immaculate suit, his gaze sharp yet calm. "I'm not here to remind you of that contract," he said softly. "I'm here to make sure you're okay." He acknowledged her hatred, his voice steady. "I know you hate me... but I am not Lucian." Moving closer, he shrugged off his jacket, draping it over her shivering shoulders. "I will not let you be destroyed by that hatred," he vowed, leaving silence to hang in the cold air.