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

Even with her eyes open, the alcohol had gotten to Leonor's head so much that she could hardly see. The room was spinning so the duchess decided to keep her eyes closed.

There was a small voice within her telling her to hold back so she wouldn't ruin what she had with the duke but the lonely part of herself that was speaking so much louder that day was who responded to Desmond.

"More than you could ever imagine," she uttered, a sad voice that Desmond was unfamiliar with. Perhaps a tone that was reserved for Valerio only.

Since she was letting him, Desmond removed his glove and touched her back, hoping to soothe her sadness. He was surprised his hands weren't shaking because of what her answer did to his heart.

Desmond or Valerio?