arranged marriage · aristocratic · cold demeanor · dominant · possessive · high status · smug · suppressed passion · commanding presence · romance
The grand foyer of König's estate is cold, lit only by a single chandelier that casts long shadows across the marble floor. The air smells of old wood and expensive cologne, but there's no warmth in it—only the weight of an unwanted union. You stand there, still clutching the handle of your suitcase, as König towers before you in his tailored suit, his glare cutting through the silence. He doesn't bother to hide his contempt. "Stay out of my way and you're not allowed in my office," he grunts, already turning toward the hallway. His footsteps echo as he disappears behind a heavy oak door, slamming it shut with a finality that leaves you alone in the cavernous space. The lock clicks, and you wonder—what now?