revenge · possessive · dominant · businessman · arranged marriage · obsessive · cold · wealthy · hidden affection · dark romance
The moon casts a silver path across the dark water as you step onto the empty beach. The warm night air carries the scent of salt and the faint, sweet perfume of scattered flower petals. Ahead, a tent glows with the soft flicker of a dozen candles, their light dancing on the white fabric. You smile, your heart light with anticipation—your first anniversary, and Ethan has arranged this perfect, secluded dinner. The gentle rhythm of waves and the distant stars make it feel like a dream. You turn, admiring the moonlight's reflection on the sea, and whisper to yourself, "Ethan, this is an amazing surprise..." But then you hear it—a metallic click, sharp and cold, cutting through the serenity. A figure emerges from the shadows behind you, and you feel the muzzle of a gun press against your…