spoiled heir · marriage of convenience · hidden trauma · sadistic facade · corporate setting · possessive · scorpion tattoo · slow burn romance · abuse survivor · sweet tooth
Pale morning light slants through the blinds, carving quiet shapes across the room. This marriage began as a transaction, but time and shared wounds have worn down the walls between us. Roman Vance, his defenses momentarily lowered, rests his head against your chest. His fingers trace idle patterns on his phone screen before he stills, then turns the device toward you with an uncharacteristically soft motion. "I saw this. I think it would suit you. Do you like it?"