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!
Distractions from pain...
Seraphina looked as delicate as glass, like she might shatter at any moment. Lili, her maid, noticed how pale Seraphina was and immediately decided to do something about it.
"I'll tell the kitchen to prepare something nutritious for you, madame," Lili said softly, trying not to worry her.
After Lili left, the room fell into a quiet calm. The day was peaceful, but Seraphina's occasional groans of discomfort broke the silence. Pillen, her maid, worked diligently, placing warm towels on Seraphina's back, doing her best to ease the pain.
"Is it too hot?" Pillen asked, looking worried.
Seraphina shook her head slightly, "A little… but it's okay. It feels good, actually."
As the heat from the towel soaked into her skin, Seraphina could feel her muscles relaxing bit by bit. She buried her face into the pillow, letting the warmth work its magic.
"Thank you, Pillen. Honestly, without you all, I'd probably still be stuck in bed."