The ML is quite a mess, and initially it makes for a tortuous relationship, but I think that what makes it tolerable, is we get to see his POV and it feels like his struggle is real, especially for a prideful man whose entire life is built on a foundation of personal and internal control. I can't say I'm entirely certain we end on, 'They lived happily ever after,' but I think the FL is strong enough to correct his course once he recognized and accepted the consequences and blessings of being in love.
Tempting Kate