Rosie's Games
Romance Carnival 1st Prize. BEWARE THE FURY OF A PATIENT WOMAN. Rosalind Lux died after learning of her husband and sister’s betrayal. And just as she thought she finally found peace, she woke up forty years before her death. With memories from her past life intact, Rosalind vowed revenge. Her plans quickly brought her into the arms of a Duke whose enticing gaze contained mysteries that threatened not just her plans but her heart and body. …. BEWARE THE LOVE OF A CURSED MAN. Punished by the Goddess for his greed, Lucas Benjamen Rothley had been guarding the North for as long as he could remember. For hundreds of years, no woman has ever stirred his heart. That was until the fearsome Rosalind Lux stumbled into his life. Soon, he realized Rosalind wasn’t quite the damsel that she liked everyone to believe. She is hiding a secret so dark it could either end his curse or throw his life amiss. Tags: Revenge, Strong female lead, no rape or abuse, slow-burn romance. Other novels: The Lycan's Sin: COMPLETED Cover is mine. Instagram: @b.mitchylle Discord: MitchyMitch#3750
Treasure!
"I humbly apologize, Your Grace, but I am content with what I have," Rosalind responded graciously. "However, I am truly grateful for your kind offer. I will carefully consider it and promptly inform you of my decision."
Smiling, the Duke nodded. "I anticipated this response from you, so I can't say I'm surprised. Nonetheless, please accept this token of gratitude for the invaluable help you provided to me and my daughter."
The Duke presented her with a small box, and as Rosalind slowly opened it, her eyes widened in surprise.
"This is...?" she began.
"It is a relic that I managed to acquire," the Duke explained. "Unfortunately, I lack skilled craftsmen on my estate to transform it into something extraordinary. This relic, however, can serve as a shield for you—a defense against physical attacks such as arrows and other long-range assaults."
Rosalind furrowed her brow. "A shield?"