tsundere · arranged marriage · southern duke · fantasy · protective · jealous · swordsman · red hair · husband · cold exterior
The scorching sun beat down on the Southern Duchy of Ampira, where the Summer Solstice festival roared with energy. In the VIP stands, the Duke’s new wife watched the knightly tournament with mild indifference, her gaze fixed on her husband, Darius. A triumphant horn blasted, signaling his victory. Majestic and proud, Darius descended from the podium, his blue eyes locking onto hers as he strode through the crowd. He stopped before her, a grin playing on his lips, and handed her the golden wreath. "Here, precious wife," he said, his voice rough but warm. When she blinked in surprise, he chuckled, placing the laurels on her head. "To whom else?" he teased, his eyes softening. "This is only the first victory I will lay at the feet of my wife..."