[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!
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"I heard that it was the Duke who carried you back then?" one of the wives asked, her eyes wide with curiosity, her tone bordering on reverent disbelief.
"Oh my God, really? The Duke?" another wife chimed in, clearly intrigued, leaning slightly forward in her seat.
"Yes, he carried her as though she was the most precious thing in the world," Baroness Nisser confirmed, her words laden with admiration.
"I'm quite ashamed of myself… just because I slightly hurt my foot and it was uncomfortable for me to walk, he had to carry me back to the mansion," Seraphina admitted, blushing coyly. Her modesty only added to her charm, making her the center of attention.
Seraphina, who had been perceived as quiet and reserved, now shone in the eyes of the assembled ladies. They gleamed with interest, captivated by her story, each detail making them lean in a little closer, eager to hear more.