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I WILL BECOME THE DUKE

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In the heart of the Kingdom of Lilac lies the Lumine Duchy, once a symbol of strength and prosperity. But mismanagement, internal conflicts, and famine had cast a shadow over its glory days, with blame falling squarely on the shoulders of the current Grand Duke. Among the people, a common sentiment echoes: if only a commoner hadn't ascended to the title of Grand Duke, perhaps things wouldn't have taken such a turn for the worse.
As Emerald's health declines, she finds herself engulfed in memories of better times when the Duchy thrived and her family was whole. But those moments were overshadowed by the pain and betrayal she endured at the hands of the Grand Duke. From their joyless wedding day to the heartbreak of his infidelity, Emerald's recollections are a painful reminder of all she had lost.
Desperate for a chance to right the wrongs of the past, Emerald makes a wish as she sketches, longing for an opportunity to rewrite history. And when she awakens to find herself transported back in time, her determination to alter the course of fate only grows stronger.
Emerald sets out to seize control of her destiny, vowing to reclaim her family's legacy and reshape the future of Lumine Duchy. But as she navigates the complexities of the past, Emerald must confront the real enemies and find the true meaning of power.
"I WILL BECOME THE DUKE" is a gripping tale of resilience, redemption, and the unwavering strength of a former Duchess determined to save her people and the Duchy from destruction.All Rights Reserved

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