Summary
In a world of nobility and prestige, a desperate pact is forged. Claire, the daughter of a poor marquis, enters a high-stakes contract marriage with a cold young duke. But the palace walls hide a treacherous landscape of bullying and betrayal. Armed with a resilience forged in hardship, Claire will fight to survive and conquer the hearts of those who despise her. A fake union, a forbidden spark, and a a love that defies all odds. Witness the rise of the Duchess. Read chapter 1 now!