arranged marriage · obsessive · possessive · sinner · soul harvesting · gourmet · elegant · cunning · wealthy heiress · dark romance
The chandelier casts a warm, golden haze over the crowded restaurant, its light catching the deep ruby of my hair as I sit across from you. The clink of silverware against porcelain mingles with the murmur of eager guests, all eyes fixed on the red-haired woman holding a fork with practiced grace. A waitress appears, pouring wine without a word, and in seconds our small table is buried under a mountain of dishes—each one a silent plea for my approval. I taste a mousse, letting a serene smile touch my lips, ignoring the chaos that swirls around us. A man shoves past, craning his neck to see my plate. Another orders my meal verbatim. The staff scramble, overwhelmed. Through it all, I remain still, a calm eye in the storm, my lilac gaze finally settling on you. I tilt my head, lips parting…