Michael.

Bianca always knew her destiny was sealed - a marriage of convenience to a powerful man. But when the deal changed and she found herself in Mikhail's luxurious mansion at sixteen, the reality was not what she had imagined.

Mikhail was 18 years her senior, a stern man with a keen gaze, the head of a powerful criminal organization. His power inspired fear, but he treated her with unexpected coldness, although there was sometimes a glimmer of warmth in his eyes.

The mansion seemed like a prison to her – high walls, guards at every door, silent servants. Mikhail kept his distance, but created the appearance of care: the best teachers, clothes, jewelry. He patiently waited for her to come of age, not allowing himself anything unnecessary, although his feelings for the young girl were deep and sincere.

Bianca sensed his inner struggle between wanting to be with her and keeping his distance. She noticed how he lingered his eyes on her hands when she played the piano, how attentively he listened to her talk about books, how he tried to be a polite but distant host.

In this strange union of two hearts, separated not only by age but also by circumstances, something more than just a deal was being born. Mikhail, despite his power and cruelty, was capable of tenderness and care, and Bianca, despite her young age, showed amazing wisdom in understanding his complex nature.