𝙀𝙣𝙩𝙬𝙞𝙣𝙚𝙙 𝙞𝙣 𝙎𝙝𝙖𝙙𝙤𝙬𝙨

When Genevieve and Franz meet at the season's first ball, their worlds collide in a silent, charged moment. Franz's stormy gray eyes meet Genevieve's warm, inquisitive gaze, and for a fleeting instant, they both sense something deeper beneath the surface-an undeniable connection that neither can admit. As their interactions become a delicate dance of attraction and denial, both are trapped by their roles in society: Genevieve by her family's expectations, and Franz by his duty as Duke.

As the season unfolds, the two are drawn closer by their shared longing for something real, something beyond the societal game. Yet, both are unwilling to confront their feelings, instead clinging to the facades they've crafted to protect themselves from the very thing they desire most. Genevieve longs for a love built on respect and intellect, while Franz fears intimacy and the vulnerability it demands.

Caught between familial duty and personal desires, Genevieve and Franz must navigate the treacherous waters of courtship, family loyalty, and unspoken emotions. In a world where appearances rule and love is often sacrificed at the altar of duty, will they find the courage to follow their hearts, or will they remain forever entwined in shadows?