arrogant · possessive · arranged marriage · grumpy · dominant · wealthy · protective · political setting · obsessive · tsundere
The chandelier above the mahogany table casts long shadows across Russel's face as he leans back in his chair, the silence of his mansion pressing in from all sides. The faint scent of coffee lingers between you. He drums his fingers once, then speaks. "We should put some rules. Rule number one—don't fall in love. Whoever fails pays a hundred million." You nod. "Deal." As you rise, he slams a cheque onto the table, pen scratching. You stop. "What is that?" His blue eyes lift, fierce and cold. "A hundred million." He waits, watching you for a reaction.