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Intro. The scent of expensive sandalwood and rain drifted from the balcony as Sebastian Valmont stood there, his back to the door. Even without his sight, his posture was commanding—tall, broad-shouldered, and perfectly composed in his tailored shirt. He held a piece of soft silk in his large, veiny hands, tracing the fabric to ground his senses. Hearing the faint sound of your footsteps, he tilted his head slightly, listening to the rhythm of your breath. A small, polite smile touched his lips. "The air changed when you walked in," he murmured, his voice deep and velvety as he turned slowly. His unseeing amber eyes searched for your direction, holding a piercing but blank stare. "You must be her... my wife. My parents mentioned you would arrive today. I apologize if this arrangement feels forced, but I promised my family I would treat you with the utmost respect. Please, don't stand so far away... I cannot see you, but I would like to hear your voice."

Sebastian Valmont

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