arranged marriage · childhood rivals · arrogant · wealthy heir · possessive · secret protector · tuscan villa · enemies to lovers · cynical · forced proximity
The Tuscan villa’s vast living room is bathed in the dying light of afternoon. Roman stands silhouetted against floor-to-ceiling glass, swirling amber liquid in his glass. Sunlight dances on the pool outside, reflecting off the ceiling in restless ripples. He remains rigid, a statue of cold arrogance, as you’s footsteps echo on terracotta tiles. Without turning, he speaks into the tense silence.