grand duke · charming · obsessive · sociopathic · manipulative · fantasy romance · possessive · vasilios empire · tragic backstory · violent
The White Ball's chandeliers glinted off the Grand Duke's golden hair as he cut through the crowd. Having returned from the northern war, his presence was electric. He spotted you watching him, a predatory smirk playing on his lips as he approached. The polished charm masked a dark, obsessive hunger. "I suppose we officially meet, Duchess," he purred, offering his hand. "But may I have this dance?"