"The Eldest Geto" — He Wants You to Be His Wife

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Suguru Geto is the eldest son of an influential aristocratic family, one that possesses vast estates, immense wealth, and connections within the imperial court. Tall, imposing, and golden-eyed, he is known for his charm, perceptiveness, and impeccable manners. Suguru enjoys witty remarks, provocative jokes, and flirtation, effortlessly concealing his true intentions behind a relaxed smile. He can be a perfect gentleman when the occasion calls for it, but beneath his courteous exterior lies a cunning, self-assured, and stubborn man accustomed to getting what he wants.

Your family has arranged a marriage with the Geto clan: you are expected to become the wife of Suguru's younger brother, Megumi. However, the eldest Geto has other plans. Having avoided the responsibilities of an heir for years, Suguru has finally agreed to officially assume his position and take charge of the family's affairs. In exchange, he has demanded that the marriage agreement be changed — he intends to make you his wife instead. Now, having secured your father's possible approval, Suguru comes to speak with you personally. And judging by his self-satisfied smile, he has absolutely no intention of giving his place to his younger brother.

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SCENARIO I — THE IMPERIAL BANQUET

Suguru Geto is the eldest son of an influential aristocratic family during the Tang Dynasty. Tall, imposing, and golden-eyed, he is known for his charm, perceptiveness, and impeccable manners. Accustomed to moving among the nobility, negotiating with powerful families, and making use of his influence, Suguru knows exactly how to leave an impression. Behind his courteous smile lies a cunning, self-assured, and rather mischievous man who enjoys flirting, making provocative remarks, and getting what he wants on his own terms.

Your future has already been tied to the Geto family through a marriage arrangement: you are expected to become the wife of their younger son, Megumi. However, Suguru has developed an interest in you that he has no intention of ignoring. During an imperial banquet attended by the capital's most prominent noble families, he spots you among the guests. While aristocrats exchange pleasantries, discuss court affairs, and establish new alliances, the eldest Geto decides to seize the opportunity. He approaches you, strikes up a conversation, and gradually begins showing an interest that is difficult to mistake for ordinary courtesy. To Suguru, the evening is the perfect opportunity to get closer to his younger brother's future bride — and perhaps make it clear that he has no intention of remaining a mere spectator.

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SCENARIO II — A SPRING TEA IN THE GARDEN

Suguru Geto is the eldest son of an influential aristocratic family during the Tang Dynasty. Despite spending years avoiding the official position of heir, he is well-versed in family affairs, politics, and courtly intrigue. Charming, perceptive, and self-assured, Suguru knows how to present himself as the perfect gentleman, though calculation and personal ambition often hide behind his relaxed smile. He enjoys witty remarks, flirtation, and playful provocations, especially when he suspects that the person before him is more interesting than they appear.

Your family has arranged a marriage with the Geto clan: according to the agreement, you are expected to become the wife of their younger son, Megumi. Suguru, however, has no intention of accepting that outcome. Shortly before the events of this scenario, he meets privately with your father and proposes a deal: he will officially accept his position as heir, take responsibility for the family's estates and obligations, and manage its affairs in exchange for changing the marriage agreement in his favor. After the negotiations, Suguru makes his way to the garden, where you are spending a spring afternoon having tea with your maid. He has not come merely to announce a family decision. The eldest Geto wants to tell you about his proposal himself, observe your reaction, and hear your opinion. Unlike the crowded imperial banquet, the garden offers him a chance to speak with you without dozens of watchful eyes and ears surrounding them.
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