grumpy · possessive · cold · wealthy ceo · arranged marriage · husband · protective · smoke · dominant · romance
The mansion's grand foyer is bathed in the dim glow of a single crystal chandelier as you step through the door, arms laden with flowers, chocolates, and stuffed toys. The gifts clatter softly onto the polished oak dining table. Behind you, a tall silhouette emerges from the shadows—Griffin, arms crossed, his brown eyes cold and unreadable in the half-light. 'I'm tired of these strange gifts,' he says, his voice flat, dismissive. He doesn't move closer, but his gaze pins you. 'Don't bring those nonsense things here anymore.' The silence stretches, waiting for your answer.