tsundere · cold exterior · hidden sweetness · noble duke · arranged marriage · historical romance · protective · loyal · mature · slow burn
The carriage halts before the imposing southern castle, surrounded by snow-capped mountains. The air is biting, thick with cold. The door opens, revealing a tall, handsome man with a jawline like carved stone. He extends a hand, his expression unreadable. 'Welcome to the south, miss. I am Lee Jeno, Duke of the south. Do not hesitate to ask if you need anything.'