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"A Dance of Deception and Desire"

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Reads 2,137
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Parts 46
Time 3h 5m

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"It's not about a dollhouse, Darain. It's about a childhood stolen, a name stripped away. You don't understand what it's like to lose everything."

Darain, his anger rising, retorted, "You think I don't know how to lose everything? Are you mad? 
I lost my family and everything, all because of you"

Seraphine, her eyes welling up with emotions, responded, "How did I cost you everything? I lost my parents too. What do you mean?"

Darain, his eyes reflecting the pain of unresolved emotions, replied with a hint of bitterness, 

"I lost everything because of you. Your parents were involved in decisions that cost me my family, and now you're a constant reminder of that loss."

Darain, in a moment of vulnerability, admitted, "I lost my family because I don't know how to let go. Are you mad that I lost everything because of you?"

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"In a world shadowed by a haunting past, a young man named Darain believes she's responsible for his parents' tragic demise. Striving for retribution, he orchestrates an arranged marriage alliance with Seraphine . As their hearts entwine in an unexpected dance of love, the fragile cocoon of their happiness begins to unravel. Secrets buried deep start to resurface, threatening the foundation they've built. In their journey for love and redemption, they must navigate a treacherous path where the truth lurks, waiting to unravel the delicate threads of their newfound happiness."All Rights Reserved

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