[MATURE CONTENT WARNING: READ AT YOUR OWN RISK] Welcome to the fancy world of the elite, where Seraphina Alaric, a delicate and fragile girl always relying on medicine to get better, is just trying to catch a break before her life gets turned upside down by an arranged marriage... Seriously, who wants to be tied down when you’re still figuring out what you want in life? During a swanky banquet, she bumps into the enigmatic Duke of Everwyn. And the craziest part? She has no clue who this guy is—just thinks he’s some mysterious stranger. Out of nowhere, feeling adventurous (and maybe a bit reckless), she suggests a secret rendezvous that turns her whole world upside down. In that hidden moment, Seraphina dives headfirst into her wildest desires. But plot twist—turns out, the guy she just spent the night with is none other than her future husband. Oops! So much for a mysterious stranger—she just spent the night with her future husband! "Duke, It Hurts..." invites you into a whirlwind of self-discovery, steamy romance, and the sweet chaos of love when you least expect it. Can Seraphina break free from societal chains, or will she find herself tangled in the very web she tried to escape? Join her on this thrilling journey, and discover how love can be both liberating and complicated. Don’t miss out—your next obsession is just a page away!
Raven's playful words brought a smile to Seraphina's lips as he gently brushed a stray strand of hair behind her ear. The small, tender gesture warmed her heart.
"I'd rather hear about your day," Seraphina said, leaning into his comforting touch. The warmth of his hand against her skin was like balm to her tired soul.
"I'm sure mine was dull compared to yours. All I did was work—all day long."
"I haven't been to the Imperial Palace yet, so anything you tell me will be interesting,"
His dark eyes lit up with interest. The soft light of the evening cast a gentle glow over them, making his gaze seem even more intense, almost as if he were peering directly into her thoughts.
"Is that so? Then come here, my dear wife," Raven invited her in a low, inviting tone, his voice almost a purr.
Seraphina's curiosity deepened as she stepped closer to him, her cheeks flushing a delicate pink.