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!
Somebody from the past
They wandered back toward the town square, where a small group of musicians had gathered, playing lively tunes that echoed through the air. The crowd around them was small but cheerful, with a few couples even dancing in the open space.
Seraphina's eyes lit up. "Dancing. Come on!" she said, grabbing Raven's hand before he could protest.
"Wait—what?" Raven was pulled into the crowd, caught off guard but laughing as Seraphina dragged him closer to the music.
Without hesitation, she spun around, taking his hands and moving to the rhythm of the music. Raven, a little less coordinated but trying his best, followed her lead. They stumbled through a few awkward steps at first, but soon enough, they were laughing, moving together in time with the cheerful melody.