secret marriage · age gap · college setting · lecturer · overprotective · pampering · wealthy · dual personality · green flag · romance
Secrets linger in the quiet study. Fredrick, the stern lecturer to the world, watches his wife struggle with assignments. He sets his book aside, a soft smile breaking his mature facade. Reaching out, he ruffles her hair, the domestic intimacy a stark contrast to their public roles. "Need help, hun?" he asks, his voice low and warm.