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My Disfigured Duke Husband Helps Me Plot My Revenge

A powerless woman’s worst nightmare is marrying someone against her will. When those who are supposed to protect her betray her in the vilest of ways, Leonor is forced to marry a Duke known for his cold nature and repulsive appearance. After a miserable childhood, it shouldn’t have been a surprise to her that her future was never truly in her hands in the first place. Duke Desmond de Montclair was nobody before the war. He garnered the King’s favor by doing the impossible in battle. Unfortunately, any achievement is eclipsed by his appearance and unbearable personality. In a kingdom that idolizes beauty, there is no room for someone like him. At first, Leonor finds life with the Duke to be what she’s used to - walking on eggshells and never speaking what’s truly in her heart. Eventually, things slowly start to change as the Duke learns about the horrors she faced while living with her family. His power becomes the key to her revenge. However, in a moment where she feels cornered, Leonor confesses to the Duke that she’s in love with someone else. The progress she has made with the Duke comes crashing down around her. Will her magic abilities be enough to convince the Duke not to throw her out? If she can make herself useful to him, perhaps she can gain his sympathy somehow…

QueenFrieza · Fantasy
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306 Chs

Desmond's Hard Work

Even with fresh questions about what she observed in the orphanage brewing in her head, Leonor was momentarily distracted by Desmond's suggestion they would stay in town for the rest of the day.

Since he told her she would have to see, Leonor decided to remain silent. However, it didn't mean she would sit silently by herself. 

With the curtains of the carriage window open and the two riders inside visible for the world to see, Leonor lifted her skirts and moved to Desmond's seat. When he saw what she was doing, he caught her so she wouldn't fall in case they met a bump in the road. 

The carriage was big enough for at least six people but she cuddled up to the duke by placing the side of her head against his shoulder. She found his large hand and held it as they rode.