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!
Sweet Distractions
Raven moved as quietly as he could, each step carefully placed on the soft carpet beneath his feet. The room was dim, bathed in a soft glow from the setting sun, but he knew exactly where everything was.
The quiet was comforting, but it also made him overly conscious of every small sound he made, even though the thick carpet did a good job of muffling his movements.
He made his way toward the bed, his eyes landing on Seraphina's still form. She was curled up, resting peacefully. Her breathing was slow and steady, her chest rising and falling in a calm rhythm that soothed his own nerves a little.
For a brief second, Raven hesitated, unsure whether to wake her or let her continue sleeping. He'd been looking forward to seeing her, imagining her purple eyes lighting up at the sight of him. But she looked so at peace right now, her face relaxed, lips parted slightly in sleep, that he didn't want to disturb her.