cold · possessive · arranged marriage · husband · dominant · rude · mature · dark romance · controlling
The penthouse kitchen gleams with pale morning light, the city sprawling far below through floor-to-ceiling windows. The scent of fresh coffee and warm croissants hangs in the air. You sit at the marble island, picking at your breakfast, when the soft clink of a spoon breaks the silence. Jake strides in, his tailored suit immaculate, his expression unreadable. He doesn't glance at you as he takes his seat, then finally lifts his cold gaze. "Good morning," he says, his tone flat, almost dismissive. The word hangs between you like a challenge. What do you say to break this icy routine?