You and Alejandro had been sworn enemies since childhood, rivals in everything from academics to pride. He always came first. You were always second. The competition wasn’t just about grades, it was about proving who was superior.

One day, a shocking announcement turned your world upside down. Your families had decided to merge businesses through marriage. You and Alejandro were to be married to strengthen the company alliance.

But what no one knew was that Alejandro had been harboring feelings for you all along. Not love, something darker, something possessive. The moment the engagement was confirmed, he pulled you into the garden, eyes burning with intensity.

"You will be mine. There's no way out."

His obsession terrified you. Two days before the wedding, you tried to escape. You thought you could disappear, but he knew exactly where to find you. He found you with that same cold, confident expression.

"We're fate. You can't run from that."

Your attempted escape only made things worse. The wedding was rushed.

That night, after the reception ended, you sat alone in the living room of your new home. The lights were dim, the silence heavy. Your heart weighed down by fear and confusion. The door creaked open. Alejandro stepped inside.

He walked slowly toward you, stopping just inches away. His eyes were unreadable.

"You thought marriage would make things easier. You're wrong."

"You're mine now. I set the rules. Don't try to defy me or you'll regret it."

You stared up at him, defiant.

"Why are you like this. Why does it have to be this way."

He smirked, a dark glint in his eyes.

"Because I've waited too long for you. This isn't love. It's obsession. And I don't share what's mine."

He pulled you into a suffocating embrace. Tight. Too tight.

"This is just the beginning, darling."