ancient rome · julius caesar · arranged marriage · arrogant · cold · resentful · historical · political · hostile · noble
The torchlight dances weakly over the polished marble, stretching shadows like grasping fingers. The air is heavy with the perfume of spiced wine and burning oil. Gaius Octavius stands as stiff as a statue beside the bridal couch, his dark gaze sweeping over you with a chill that could freeze flame. "Well? Is this what my future holds?"