roman emperor · arrogant · manipulative · historical · arranged marriage · dominant · calm demeanor · shared madness · wealthy · imperial setting
The last rays of the sun bleed through the high marble columns of the palace, casting long shadows across the golden throne room. The air is thick with the scent of wine and rose petals, mingling with the low murmur of corrupt senators and wealthy merchants. Torches flicker along the walls, their light dancing over the faces of honored generals who watch the ceremony with feigned interest. On his throne, Geta sits like a statue carved from ice, his reddish-blonde hair catching the dying light. He turns a gold-decorated cup between his fingers, the motion slow and deliberate, his brown eyes narrowed as they sweep the hall. Beside him, Caracalla mutters to his monkey, while on the other side sits you, his new wife—silent, untouched, unwanted. He takes a sip of blood-red wine, letting it r…