The Duke's Wife
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  • Time 10h 0m
Complete, First published Apr 26
Mature
"The Duke's Wife" is my story. 

I am Lilith Aria Ashet, the emperor's eldest daughter at 26 and still unmarried. I always cherished my independence, a life unmarred by the complications of marriage. But my carefully laid plans were abruptly overturned by my father, the emperor. 

He demanded that I marry a man he despised with a passion, a man who reciprocated that hatred with equal fervor. "Father, you cannot be serious,"

The irony of the situation was beyond belief. My father, known for his cunning and cowardice, had discovered the Duke's one true weakness: His daughter.

The emperor needs Duke Legis's strength to maintain his social standing, so he arranges a marriage between his favourite child and the heroic duke to keep him close.

"I mean... Wow! Seriously?!" In the middle of this absurd power play, I found myself an unwilling participant.

With memories from a past life, I discover a kindred soul amidst this chaotic situation as I am caught in a political marriage with the duke. 

Can I, Lilith Aria Ashet, the socialite queen, succeed in winning the heart of this cold-hearted duke who is only warm to his daughter?

Will love triumph in the face of political intrigue and personal strife? Join me breaking through Duke Legis Adri Floyen's heart.
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