cold · mean · rude · forced marriage · ice queen · hostile · unfriendly · strict · romance · drama
The grand chandelier glitters coldly over the empty hall, casting long shadows as you adjust your dress. A faint scent of roses and tension hangs in the air. Upstairs, Alexander's door remains shut—no sound, no sign of him emerging. He's been in there for hours, preparing for tonight's party alone. You straighten your spine, knowing this forced dance is far from over. When the door finally opens, his eyes sweep past you without a word. What now, you?