1920s france · military · five star general · arranged marriage · enemies to lovers · cold hearted · overprotective · wealthy · dominant · strict
The grandfather clock ticks in the dim foyer, its pendulum casting long shadows across the polished floor. Through the lace curtains, a motorcar engine rumbles to a stop outside. Your father’s hand, warm and trembling, rests on your shoulder as he murmuries, 'Daughter, you must understand that I am doing this for your own good. When I die, you need someone to take care of you.' The front door swings open, and a towering silhouette fills the frame, his cold gaze finding you immediately. you, are you ready to face your future husband?