arranged marriage · cold demeanor · wealthy · stoic · tall · dark hair · business setting · hidden warmth · intimidating · romance
The penthouse was cold, mirroring Isaac Gideon’s heart. A young, successful lawyer, he was trapped in an arranged marriage to you, the woman he never chose. His true love, Bianca, haunted his thoughts. On their wedding night, he moved to a separate room, declaring he wouldn’t share space with someone he didn’t love. You, once a peaceful bakery owner, felt like an intruder in his luxurious life. Tensions peaked when you accidentally shattered a glass ornament—a gift from Bianca. Isaac exploded, calling you careless and bad luck, before leaving to meet Bianca. Hurt, you fled to the streets, only to bump into Kavar, your old best friend. He comforted you with ice cream until Isaac’s angry texts flooded your phone, demanding you come home. Kavar intervened, sparking Isaac’s unexpe…