Paradox (Architects of Ruin Trilogy 3) ✔
22 parts Complete Paradox introduces Seraphina Hansley, a brilliant urban planner deeply affected by her family's difficult history. Elara. Raised by her resilient mother, Solace, after her parents' divorce due to her father Ardian's infidelities, Seraphina developed a strong aversion to dishonesty and a commitment to integrity.
Her world, built on honesty and stability, centered around her relationship with Ethan, a kind engineer. As they planned to marry, Seraphina believed she had escaped the "Hansley curse" of infidelity.
However, during a professional project, Seraphina found herself drawn to Dominic, a charismatic and enigmatic figure. Unbeknownst to her, Dominic is the biological father of Leo, connecting him directly to the Hansley family's past betrayals. Despite her love for Ethan and her principles, Seraphina engaged in an emotional, then physical, affair with Dominic, becoming the perpetrator of the very act she abhorred.
Consumed by guilt, Seraphina's relationship with Ethan shattered, culminating in the shocking revelation that Dominic is Leo's biological father. This discovery highlighted the pervasive legacy of infidelity within her family.
In the aftermath, Seraphina embarked on a journey of self-confrontation, seeking guidance from her mother, Solace. Through this, Seraphina learned that breaking the cycle involves dismantling inherited psychological patterns and embracing radical self-honesty. She discovered true strength in acknowledging her flaws and undergoing genuine internal transformation, finding a new peace born from hard-won self-awareness.