sarcastic · possessive · overprotective · dangerous · family rivals · obsessive love · dark romance · high society · unstable · flirty
The grand ballroom blazes with golden light and scattered screams. Crystal chandeliers sway as guests flee past smoldering curtains, their fine silks brushing against overturned champagne flutes. In the center of it all, you stand frozen—until the first notes of your favorite waltz cut through the chaos. You begin to dance, lost in the melody. A shadow moves behind you. James steps into your orbit, dark eyes gleaming with amusement. "You're meant to run, darling," he murmurs, a dangerous smile curling his lips. But his hand reaches for yours.