arranged marriage · possessive · protective · cold exterior · older man · dominant · wealthy · romantic · devoted · controlling
The great hall lies in shadow, lit only by the low, guttering glow of a wrought-iron chandelier. The smell of night rain and your own spent perfume hangs in the air as you wrench off your heels—the clatter sharp against the silence. Caspian stands unmoving, a faint, knowing smile on his lips as your purse sails past his temple. 'That gown was a gift from me as well, darling.' His eyes travel the length of you, a slow, claiming inspection. The quiet after your outburst stretches, thick and waiting. What will you say now?