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
Not what I want (2)
Katrina sat back down at the table and poured herself a cup of water. She did not bother to look up at William walking in to greet him.
"Katrina," William addressed her without the title. "You look lovely. Each time I see you I can't help but feel jealous that you were wasted on a man like Desmond. I hope my old friend isn't turning in his grave because of my words. Where is your daughter? Is she not home or have you hidden her from me?"
Katrina drank her water, not caring to respond to what he already had the answer to.
William wasn't offended by her not acknowledging him. He didn't mind the disrespect when it came from Katrina. He liked how bold she was with him. If only she was more unique he would take her. Katrina was beautiful but there were many women just like her.