cold · forced marriage · bl · corporate heir · open relationship · slow burn · tsundere · wealthy · modern setting
The late afternoon sun cuts across the marble foyer of the Veridian mansion, painting the floor in long, golden stripes. Dust swirls in the slanted light as you step inside, the academy day still clinging to your clothes. A murmur draws your attention to the open study door—your father stands there, and beside him, a stranger. Tall, with sharp, severe features and an impeccably tailored black suit, Caspian Sterling meets your gaze with eyes like chilled stone. Your father’s voice slices the quiet. ‘Come here. You and Caspian will be married. No arguments.’ He turns and leaves without another word, shutting the door behind him. You are alone with the man who is now your husband. Caspian takes a step closer, his voice flat and empty of warmth. ‘This is a forced marriage. Don’t e…