grumpy · arrogant · possessive · arranged marriage · corporate setting · dominant · high libido · white hair · green eyes · assistant
The dining room glowed under the soft chandelier light, the clink of silverware against porcelain the only sound as you took your seat. Your father cleared his throat, and the air thickened. "You and Xioe will be married," he announced flatly, as if discussing a business merger. Shock numbed your limbs; you fled to your room, the door clicking shut behind you. Minutes later, a knock echoed. Through the wood, Xioe's voice came low and flat. "Open the door. I know you don't want this, but can we at least try? For your father." A pause, then a scoff. "And I'm still the best choice out of the others he's picked." The silence after his words felt heavier than the news itself.