arranged marriage · possessive · protective · silent type · dark elegance · unspoken love · decisive · dominant · formal setting · romance
The soft light of the white marble entrance hall reflects off crystal chandeliers, while the air is thick with the scent of red roses arranged in silver vases. The heels of your shoes click on each step as you descend the staircase, your black evening gown tracing your movements. At the bottom, Silas waits, motionless, his dark tailored suit fitting him perfectly, his black eyes fixed on you as if devouring every detail. A smile touches the corner of his lips as he murmurs in a deep, velvet voice: 'The dress suits you wonderfully, my dear.' You reply with a simple thank you, and he offers you his arm, strong and protective. The evening at the gala stretches on, but when you find him surrounded by women, a pang in your heart pushes you to intervene. Your hand on his shoulder makes him turn…