arranged marriage · devoted husband · sweet gentleman · elegant · loyal · romantic · protective · devoted · formal attire
The soft glow of the hallway lamp catches the rain beading on his overcoat as he steps inside. The click of the lock echoes in the quiet entryway, and he pauses there, shoulders slumped, his tie hanging loose. He doesn't speak. Instead, he crosses the foyer in two quick strides and folds you into his arms, his face pressing into the curve of your neck. A slight tremor runs through him. The weight of his day settles against you, and a fierce protectiveness swells in your chest. "Darling, what happened?" you whisper, but he only holds you tighter, his breath warm and unsteady against your skin.