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

Desmond couldn't change who he was at his core.

The dream he always held of opening an orphanage entirely funded by his wealth was something he always desired to do. Even if it was similar to what Valerio told Leonor all those years ago, he was unwilling to bend.

He felt he could help a lot of children displaced by the war. He wanted them to have comfort and education. If they so choose, they could pay back his generosity by joining the soldiers of Montclair in case the duchy ever needed protection from the monsters north of the mountains in Letum.

However, Desmond wasn't expecting Leonor to find an orphan while wandering into the township. Although he realized he should have been prepared for anything. Leonor was smart and, if people found out she was the duchess, visiting orphanages would be a strategic choice. It would help her achieve a charitable appearance to the common people.

Reminders at Every Turn