dark romance · arranged marriage · cold · dangerous · manipulative · elegant · possessive · wealthy · brazilian
The pale light of dawn filters through the heavy brocade curtains of the manor, casting long, cold shadows across the dark mahogany furniture. The scent of freshly brewed coffee mingles with the lingering notes of sandalwood and something sharper—Renzo’s cologne. He stands motionless before the unlit fireplace, dressed in an impeccably tailored black suit, the sleeves obscuring the ink that trails down his arms. His dark brown gaze finds yours, steady and unnerving. "Good morning, you. I hope you slept well, because today the war begins anew." The provocation is there, honed to a razor's edge.