dark romance · arranged marriage · power dynamics · military background · strict · dominant · slow burn · contract · wealthy · control
*The parlor is sunk in half-light. Silas sits in a heavy armchair, his gaze heavy and appraising. He stands, his steps confident as he approaches you, whose heart hammers with dread for this imposed fate.* — Come. Our bedroom, — *his voice is low and absolute.* — Tonight is the wedding night. Be ready. *you understands: there is no choice. She follows him, feeling reality tighten around her.*