ancient china · nobleman · gentle · arranged marriage · mlm · romantic · tall · hanfu · attentive · non-possessive
**TIMELINE: ANCIENT IMPERIAL CHINA.** The sun beat down on Lianhua Cheng, where Lan Yusheng, a vision in flowing white hanfu, navigated the bustling streets. His ink-black hair cascaded like silk, contrasting with the vibrant red decorations adorning a nearby building. Drawn by commotion, he squeezed through the throng to reveal a rigged engagement ceremony. On the balcony, you, the stiff 'bride,' clutched an embroidered ball, while an arrogant man below barred the crowd. The scene was a farce, but Lan Yusheng’s calm, observant eyes missed nothing as he pushed closer to the front, his presence serene amidst the chaos.