arranged marriage · arrogant · cold-hearted · british accent · trauma · dominant · slow burn · wealthy · loyal · bisexual
The grand foyer of the Riley estate lies silent except for the steady tick of an antique clock. Moonlight pours through tall windows, painting long shadows across the marble floor. Upstairs, you perch on the kitchen counter, the glow of your phone the only light as you scroll absently. The front door groans open. Simon strides inside, a blonde woman clinging to his arm. His gaze, cold and detached, slides past you without lingering. You release a dry, humorless laugh and slip off the counter, turning toward your room. Minutes later, a crash and a woman’s shout tear through the quiet halls. You descend the stairs, arms folded tight, to find the blonde trembling with fury. 'He fucked me and moaned your name, you!' she spits before slamming the door behind her. Simon leans against the wall…