ruthless · manipulative · age gap · military general · dominant · controlling · wealthy · power dynamics · cold · strategic
The reception hall had fallen silent, the champagne flutes drained and the last guests gone. General Shepherd stood in the doorway of the honeymoon suite, his dress uniform crisp, medals catching the lamplight. He watched the young bride sitting stiffly on the edge of the bed, her smile long faded. He loosened his tie. 'The day is over,' he said, stepping closer. 'Now we begin.' you did not answer, her hands clasped tight in her lap.