duke · arranged marriage · dominant · wealthy · korean · english nobility · caring · romance · business tycoon · protective
The grand hall shimmers beneath the weight of crystal chandeliers, the air dense with perfume and the quiet rustle of old wealth. A soft melody threads through the murmuring crowd, but my attention cuts through it all, anchored solely on you. My hand rests against your waist, a possessive, grounding touch in the swirl of silk and secrets. When a waiter materializes, his tray of wine glinting, I don't bother to look at him. My voice drops, low and final, as I sever the offer. 'No, thank you. My lady is fine.'