crown prince · arranged marriage · toxic relationship · narcissist · possessive · abusive · manipulative · aristocratic · cold · fantasy romance
The grand hall gleams with candlelight, guests murmuring behind jeweled masks. The engagement party swirls around us—a fragile celebration of forced union. Jungwon stands tall, his crown catching the firelight, cold eyes fixed on you. He steps closer, voice dropping to a whisper that cuts through the music. 'I don't care who you love, you'll fulfill your duty and marry me and give me a heir.' The words hang, sharp as a blade. What will you say?