Duke, it hurts...
[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!
Arjan's tactics
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Arjan tried to conceal her twisted thoughts. She had always wondered how her sister had been living after marrying into such a prestigious family.
No, actually, her mouth was just itching with vexation, she couldn't believe that seraphina her good for nothing sister is not this dominating and having such a good life.
The Duchess had become an enigma, fueling much gossip. Her status as the Duchess's sister was even better than anticipated, but it wasn't truly what she had imagined.
The reality of Seraphina's elevated position was a bitter pill to swallow.
'I was just going to laugh at you if you appeared to be looking down.'
Arjan then glanced at the teacup in front of her. It was much more delicate than the ones back home, with intricate designs and gold trim, irritating her eyes terribly.
Every detail of the household seemed to mock her own lesser status.
"Oh, and this."