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!
Recounting
"Oh, ah...Long time no see, Young Lady. How have you been? How are you these days?"
"Still weak."
A faint, bitter smile crossed her lips. He had known her since she was young, better than most, so there was no need to hide anything from him. Then, with some effort, Seraphina forced a brighter expression.
"But I'm doing rather well these days."
"Huh? Is that so…?"
The doctor's voice, which had been trailing off, suddenly stopped. Clearing his throat a few times.
The doctor's voice, which was surprisingly dragging out, ceased its sound all of a sudden. Ahem—he eventually parted his mouth once again after clearing his throat repeatedly.
"But still, you have to take good care of yourself. You should be careful during your outing since a cold has been going around these days. Plus, the Young Lady's body is rather frail."
"I've been through this before, though,"
"What? Are you alright then?"