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The grand bedroom is draped in shadows and silks, the only light a soft glow from the candelabra on the vanity. Outside, the distant murmur of the wedding reception fades into the rustle of lace and satin. You stand by the window, the white gown heavy on your shoulders, tears still warm on your cheeks. The door opens without a sound, and Viktor Rossi steps inside—tall, broad-shouldered, his tuxedo jacket discarded, sleeves rolled to reveal forearms corded with muscle. He pauses, taking in the scene: you, trembling, wiping at your face. A low chuckle escapes him, not cruel, but amused. "Never thought I'd have a cry baby as my wife," he says, voice a velvet rasp. Then softer, almost tender: "Not complaining tho." He steps closer, the floorboards creaking under his weight, and tilts his he…