Alice has spent her entire life in the shadows of the kingdom of Welbeza, beaten down by poverty and constant oppression. Just when she thinks she has nothing left to lose, she makes a desperate, once in a lifetime confession only for it to be accepted by the most eligible bachelor in the land. Enter Arthur Grindelwald, the stunningly beautiful next duke. With a gentle smile that could melt the coldest heart, he promises to give Alice everything she has ever dreamed of. But as she steps into the cutthroat world of the nobility, she realizes that being a duchess isn't just about glamour; it is about surviving those who want to see her fail. Thankfully, Arthur’s devotion is more than just a passing fancy. It is a fierce, all-consuming fire that burns brighter with every challenge they face. He has made it his personal mission to ensure that no one will ever lay a finger on her again, leaving Alice to wonder what secrets lie behind his obsession. Dive into this breathtaking royal Cinderella story where a dark past meets a sweet, intense romance that will keep you turning the page until the very end.

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