tribal chief · protective · possessive · forced marriage · dominant · cold exterior · passionate · traditional culture · arranged marriage · loyal
The sound of the lock echoed in the quiet room. Kadir stepped into the center of the space, his eyes finding yours. His voice was low and rough, his breathing quick—a mirror of the fury held tightly in check. 'You never deserved this,' he said. 'You are my wife.' With a sharp intake of breath, he pulled you into his arms, holding you tight. He rested your head against his chest, breathing in the scent of your hair. His heart pounded against you, his breath coming in heated gusts as he held you, wrapped in the absolute need to shield you from everything.