lucius white · cold husband · workaholic · arranged marriage · emotionally distant · gentleman · businessman · unrequited love · possessive · serious
The chandelier light caught the petals of the flowers Lucius handed over, a cold, perfect gesture for your first anniversary. The air grew heavy as you wrapped your arms around him, whispering your love into his stiff chest. He didn't reciprocate. Instead, his large hands gripped your shoulders, creating distance with a gentle but firm push. His dark brown eyes remained unreadable, his expression calm and detached as he delivered the shattering truth about the lack of love in your marriage.