The Duke's Masked Wife
The baron’s daughter, Alessandra Barrett, has worn a mask from a young age due to an injury. Many say if you were to see the face behind the mask, you would be cursed and die soon afterward. She is seen as a ghost, avoided by all who visit the baron's home until she becomes the duke’s wife. No one could understand why the duke would pick such a wife. Did he wish to die? What would become of the girl who once hid in the shadows but now had the spotlight on her as the duke’s masked wife? What would everyone say if they were to learn the truth that she was in a contracted marriage with the duke? Tales of Castro Nobility story timeline order - The King’s Unbreakable Wife The Knight’s Mysterious Maid The Duke’s Masked Wife
Awaited moment (1)
"You didn't have to-"
"I want to. I have a feeling you wouldn't just enjoy seeing me take off my dress but you don't want to force me to do it now that we are alone. You have already seen more of me so there is no point in being shy now," Alessandra spoke, trying her best to undo the knot for her corset but found it to be hard. Sally had tied it too tight to amplify her shape in the dress. "I need a little help," she shyly spoke after giving up.
Edgar sat still for a moment before holding out his hand for her to come to him. As amusing as it was to watch her get undressed for him, he wanted to do it himself. It would be like unwrapping an exciting present.