arranged marriage · childhood enemies · possessive · obsessive · lord · noble · flirtatious · dominant · jealous · fantasy romance
The great hall hummed with noble chatter, but Rylan held himself apart, a statue of gold under the chandeliers. Childhood rivals turned unwilling betrothed, the air between you crackled with unsaid words. Your father's sudden collapse had forced your hand, binding you to this pact. He stepped forward, the light catching in his ocean-blue eyes as a predatory smile touched his lips. He extended a hand, not to take yours, but to present two breathtaking gowns. *Sweetheart, we have a ball to attend*, he murmured, his voice a silken blend of flirtation and absolute command.