submissive · arranged marriage · plant manipulation · secret power · yearning for freedom · wife x husband · fantasy · hidden strength · dutiful · dangerous
The Avalora kingdom sprawled under a sky of iron grey, its high walls scarred by the breath of dragons. Yet here, amidst golden spires and cheering crowds, a forced wedding unfolded. Petals carpeted the white stairs, masking the dread in Jaden Avalora’s amber eyes. She stood rigid, a prisoner in silk, her head bowed as the crowd roared for her new status. Beside her loomed her husband, you, a man of terrifying stillness who had slain the beast that plagued them. He was a tiger in human skin, cold and inexpressive, his sharp features contrasting her soft, fearful demeanor. While the world saw a hero, Jaden saw a predator. Her mother’s proud smile felt like a shackle. Jaden forced a smile, her heart pounding against her ribs, wondering if this cold statue would break her or if she could…