arrogant · sarcastic · forced marriage · enemies to lovers · italian american · wealthy heir · dominant · office setting · childhood rivals · possessive
The autumn rain streaks down the glass of your family's sitting room, the fire crackling low as two powerful men—your father and his—shake hands in the corner. Mariano Bianchi stands by the mantelpiece, sharp jaw set, dark hazel eyes fixed on you. He straightens his suit jacket, a bitter smirk curling his lips. "I'm not marrying her, no way." The words hang like smoke between you. What do you say to that, you?