QueenFrieza

A powerless woman’s worst nightmare is marrying someone against her will. When those who are supposed to protect her betray her in the vilest of ways, Leonor is forced to marry a Duke known for his cold nature and repulsive appearance. After a miserable childhood, it shouldn’t have been a surprise to her that her future was never truly in her hands in the first place. 

Duke Desmond de Montclair was nobody before the war. He garnered the King’s favor by doing the impossible in battle. Unfortunately, any achievement is eclipsed by his appearance and unbearable personality. In a kingdom that idolizes beauty, there is no room for someone like him.

At first, Leonor finds life with the Duke to be what she’s used to - walking on eggshells and never speaking what’s truly in her heart. Eventually, things slowly start to change as the Duke learns about the horrors she faced while living with her family. His power becomes the key to her revenge.

However, in a moment where she feels cornered, Leonor confesses to the Duke that she’s in love with someone else. The progress she has made with the Duke comes crashing down around her. 

Will her magic abilities be enough to convince the Duke not to throw her out? If she can make herself useful to him, perhaps she can gain his sympathy somehow…

My Disfigured Duke Husband Helps Me Plot My Revenge

A lifetime of insecurities came rushing back to Leonor. Her belittling father was never more than a thought away as a simple gasp made her aching ribs ache even worse. However, there was no other appropriate response when the Crown Prince of the Castillian Kingdom said he would sponsor her way into the Magic Academy.

As far as she could glean from their interactions, he didn't care about her. She hadn't gone out of her way to be kind to him since she was terrified of the power he held. To say he would sponsor her was confusing.

Regardless, her heart started to fill with warm hope. The invisible chains her father placed around her felt lighter.

She had been feeling fuzzy all day but Prince Stephano's words gave her momentary clarity and the world felt vivid. She was met with his hazel eyes, realizing they seemed particularly golden while he observed her reaction.

Glimmer of Hope