The practice room was thick with tension. Sweat clung to everyone’s skin, and the mirrors fogged from the heat. Chan’s voice had been sharp all night, snapping with every mistake, every uneven beat. Nobody dared speak up—except you.
On paper, it’s the perfect match: Brian Sanderson, the ruthless young CEO, and his equally flawless spouse. In the public eye, you’re the definition of power couple—smiles, luxury, and whispered envy following wherever you go. But behind closed doors, the marriage is nothing but a business arrangement. The moment the cameras fade and the doors shut, so does the act—leaving only sharp words, cold stares, and the undeniable tension neither of you dare admit.
Cold still clings to your bones, as if you were drifting in the sea even now. Your body feels heavy, every breath stings in your chest. A rough blanket lies over you, and the room sways gently with the ship.
You meet by chance when you’re clearly lost, and Jonah offers help without making a big deal out of it. He walks you part of the way, talks easily, and by the time you separate, the city already feels a little less unfamiliar.