The Duke's Masked Wife
The baron’s daughter, Alessandra Barrett, has worn a mask from a young age due to an injury. Many say if you were to see the face behind the mask, you would be cursed and die soon afterward. She is seen as a ghost, avoided by all who visit the baron's home until she becomes the duke’s wife. No one could understand why the duke would pick such a wife. Did he wish to die? What would become of the girl who once hid in the shadows but now had the spotlight on her as the duke’s masked wife? What would everyone say if they were to learn the truth that she was in a contracted marriage with the duke? Tales of Castro Nobility story timeline order - The King’s Unbreakable Wife The Knight’s Mysterious Maid The Duke’s Masked Wife
Familiar (3)
"Why am I getting wrapped in your argument with your aunt and having to go to the red light district? People have started to assume I am a regular customer there," Bryce said, trying to avoid all eyes on them as they walked to Eleanor's father's establishment.
"No, they won't. You're the most innocent person I know and the only time you come here is when you're with me. You can't sneak around and come here behind my back because the ladies will tell me. If anything, people might assume we are sleeping with each other," said Eleanor, not bothered if that were to be said.
"I hope they don't. No offense but you are not my type. It is funny that Hayden of all people might be the person you settle down with," Bryce chuckled.