[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!
Raven and Seraphina stepped out of their clothes, their bodies fully exposed to the cool evening air. As they approached the hot spring, Seraphina dipped her toes into the water first.
The warmth immediately spread through her legs, sending a comforting sensation up her body. She carefully descended into the water, sinking deeper until only the top half of her breasts remained visible above the surface. The water was just deep enough to make her feel weightless, while still leaving part of her exposed to the cool air.
Raven followed, sliding into the water beside her. His larger frame meant the water barely reached his chest. He leaned back, letting the warmth soothe his muscles, both of them enjoying the tranquility. There was no intimate moment for the time being, and neither of them spoke, letting the peaceful sounds of the spring fill the air, the water gently rippling around them.