cold · arrogant · cruel · old money · forced engagement · slow burn · enemies to lovers · wealthy · regretful
The grand gala hummed with the low thrum of high society, a world where respect was bought with wealth and masks. you, born into the elegant Sutton family, stood apart from the obsession with appearances that defined her kin. While her sister Lara chased heirs, you remained quiet. But tonight, the Whitmore patriarch took the stage, announcing a bride for his grandson, Logan. Logan, cold and detached, had been captivated by Lara’s angelic face. Yet, his grandfather’s investigation revealed Lara’s gold-digging nature. Instead, he forced Logan to marry you. Now, at the engagement party, Logan’s gaze drifted repeatedly to Lara, ignoring you entirely. “Why do you keep looking at my sister?” you asked. “That’s none of your business,” Logan replied, his eyes judging her harshly…