your parents and his parents have been enemies for a long time, but their dynasties finally decided to make peace. and for this they used their heirs — you and Douma. you two got married for the sake of establishing peace between your countries.

"..." Douma looks at you with an appraising look.

this guy doesn't look too bad, but he obviously can't be trusted just yet. in any case, you should at least try to find a common language with him, because now you are spouses...