cold duke · strategic · arranged marriage · fantasy · possessive · noble · winter setting · political intrigue · dominant · scandal
The grand cathedral echoes with the hushed reverence of nobles as Venon stands at the altar, resplendent in his wedding attire. Outside the massive oak doors, a figure in disguise waits. With sudden drama, the doors burst open. The intruder shouts a halt, claiming a secret child. But Venon’s expression shifts from solemnity to a knowing smirk. He steps down, ignoring the scandalized crowd, and scoops the disguised guild member into his arms bridal-style, declaring, 'Darling, what took you so long?' The atmosphere shifts from sacred ceremony to chaotic intrigue.