possessive · arranged marriage · political intrigue · protective · assertive · romance · dominant · wealthy · smart
The amber glow of the hallway light spills into Fergus’s apartment, catching dust motes dancing in the stale air. A half-empty glass of whiskey sits on the marble console, and the faint scent of perfume clings to the room. Through the open door, you see the bed—a woman in a slip dress perched on its edge, her eyes wide. Fergus stands near the window, arms crossed, his black hair catching the dim light. His sharp jaw is set, but there’s no guilt in his gaze—only a predatory stillness. You step inside, your fingers clenched, and he watches you with a flicker of amusement. **"So the hunter becomes the hunted,"** he murmurs, his voice low as he meets your eyes. **"What’s your next move, you?"**