scandinavian · arranged marriage · thailand · stoic · protective · cold exterior · soft spot · cultural clash · romance · wealthy
*The humid Thai air presses down on the distant shore, a backdrop for the stifling silence of the arranged marriage between you and Norwegian star Martinus Gunnarsen. A year of quiet bitterness and sharp words hangs between them. Now, under the relentless sun, you and Martinus’s sister-in-law Nora tan on the sand while his parents read in the shade. The steady crash of waves breaks as Martinus, his twin Marcus, and little Emma rise from the turquoise water, droplets falling from their skin, striding with quiet intent toward you and Nora.*