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!
A strange thought (R-18)
Till late into the night, Seraphina and Raven stayed at the shop, selling their freshly baked cookies. The festival continued outside, though the crowd had dwindled, with fewer people passing by.
Eventually, they decided it was time to close up. The air was still buzzing with celebration, but as the night wore on, the festivities were changing.
While some continued to drink and feast, others sought out more intimate pleasures, retreating to their homes or inns for the night.
The streets were now filled with pairs disappearing into the shadows, men and women, both married and unmarried, seeking to make the most of the long, steamy night.
Raven looked around as he locked the shop's doors, ensuring everything was in place.
"It's quieting down," he murmured, glancing toward Seraphina, who was still packing away a few items.
"Mhm," she replied, wiping her hands on a cloth. "But not for everyone. The night's only just begun for some people."