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178. To the Capital
"What is the meaning of this symbol?"
The man looked confused. The sweet voice of Emma made him lose control of his words and actions. He didn't know why was that, he had never been subjected to hypnosis nor any kind of suggestive game. However, this time, it was as if some drug had entered his body and made him a week to listen to that woman's orders.Emma showed him the ring and waited for his response. The golden symbol engraved in the ring glowed with the two little red gems. It was a magnificent piece, almost as if a genius craft maker had taken inspiration from heaven. The way it was done was marvelous. A masterpiece.Victor's eyes stared at the ring for a few seconds and wondered where did she get that kind of gold. If she had sold it before, then her debt would have disappeared too.It was not as if she didn't try it, but the elders didn't let her do that. They knew it was the clue to find her real identity. However, Emma didn't hesitate to go to the maRelated chapters
Conquering the Duke 179.
Night and thunder surrounded the castle; the tall towers of stone crumbled with the echoes of the wind hitting the walls and windows. Fear was easy to feel, anxiousness could invade the heart and soul of the weak, but the woman lying in the last room of the tower was still indifferent. The terror of residing on an earth that had been already taken over by murderous creatures didn’t make her succumb to shivers and sorrow.Even when strong golden chains gripped her fair porcelain legs, leaving painful red marks in the soft skin of her ankles, she didn’t care, nor did she make a whimper. The man who trapped her never unlocked them once from the first day he took her a year ago. He only watched as she sat on the floor with her back to the wall, occupying one corner of the room. Lonely and lost.His eyes were filled with more than desire, but a strong lo
Conquering the Duke 180.
The lights in the Hill Mansion summoned the eyes of the entire City. The spectacle, the elegance of the dresses, the makeup at its highest expression and perfection. All the glamour and wealth of the year was invoked in one day.A big event enthralled the Capital City. The expectancy grew more when the guest list was published on the web. The Major and the big shots from the four main families of White country topped the list. However, mixed with the top actresses and all people from the most influential sides of the world, a name was the focus of every pair of eyes.They could not let go of the opportunity to witness what was about to happen. To have a glance to the man who had confirmed to arrive.“When is he coming?”“I don’t
Conquering the Duke Chapter 1. Emma
"Emma Monde, do you take His Highness, Duke Liam Kobach to be your husband, to honor him, to cherish him, and to respect him from this day forward, as long as you both shall live?” Silence filled the temple. Only a breath of expectation invaded the ears and hearts of the crowd. However, the beautiful woman in the white long wedding dress didn’t answer. Several seconds later, the poor old priest cleared his throat as almost a thousand sweat tiny drops fell from his wrinkled forehead. "Miss… Miss Monde?" The priest insisted in a low voice, but enough for her to hear. The book he was holding almost fell from the shaking pressure of the groom's piercing stare. "Miss..." "Sigh..." The clear and soft breath of the beautiful bride echoed to mesmerize the church walls. The sound came like a warm breeze that was being forced out, but never lost its elegance and dignity. "Yes, I do." That was it, those three words sealed her future. "Now I pronounce you, husband and wife. You shall be hap
Conquering the Duke Chapter 2. Punishment
She knew he wouldn't make a scene right there to punish her. Even when he tried to pull her even harder and make her walk again, he did it softly. However, the little stubborn woman that was now his wife didn't budge, instead she stood still like a tree. On the other hand, it took Emma a lot of effort not to cry in pain as she felt her hand was about to separate from her body. 'This damn man, how is he that strong?!' Then, just as he was about to pull her again, she uncovered her face with her free hand. Lovely silver hair came visible to him, a pair of golden eyes, a little upturned nose and beautiful and delicate facial features. Though beautiful was not enough a word to describe her. The crowd could only gasp in shock. Two stunning creatures from two different worlds were looking at each other and falling in love, or so the crowd observing them thought. The cheers and the murmurs couldn't wait to become a loud uproar. "Oh my!" "Did you see her face?" "She is so beautiful!"
Conquering the Duke Chapter 3 Agreement
Her golden eyes were focused and serious, she wanted to convey her will to go through a peaceful agreement. "Talk," Liam stared at her for a brief moment, he didn’t know why he found her so charming. He tried to keep an indifferent aura, but a glint of interest sparked in his eyes. Emma knew she had caught his attention and maybe not long after, he would agree to her request if she managed it brightly. "My father was the former Duke of Monde, but he lost his position when he decided to marry another woman. He left my mother's house after she died. I inherited her title, and now I am the Duchess of Monde in my country." Emma's mother came from a decaying noble house, however, she was so beautiful that several men asked for her hand in marriage many times despite her family's precarious condition. However, Emma's grandfather didn't agree to any of them. He wanted to preserve the family's noble title and prestige, and for that looked for a groom to marry into the family and inherit the
Conquering the Duke Chapter 4. Whispers
He looked at her for a brief second, but then, he leaned on the seat and closed his eyes to rest without answering her. Emma thought he was pondering deeply, but many minutes passed, and he hadn't made any sound. She began to grow anxious, her hands were sweating, and she couldn't stop clasping her hands. 'Did he agree?' She didn't know if she should wake him up or not to get his answer. 'This damn man, he dared to fall asleep without responding to me?' She was starting to move her hands in restlessness when she finally decided to wake him up, not minding the consequences. "Do… do you agree?" She muttered, barely audible to the ear. Then again a bit louder, "Do you have an answer?!" However, she didn't get any reaction from the sleeping man in front of her. "Hey, don't leave me without response!" Her hands were itchy to send a slap to that handsome face of his and make him open his eyes. But she better not, as she knew that man will kill her if she dared offend him twice the sam
Conquering the Duke Chapter 5. Fragrance
They were about to arrive at the Palace, but she was still engrossed in his face. He could feel her body and breath just an inch away from him, but still, he didn't make a move to wake up.'Just a bit more,' he thought. However, the driver stopped the carriage right that very moment, and her face that was observing him as if he were a rare specimen was so distracted that she lost her balance and ended up in his embrace, touching his lips with her soft ones.He opened his eyes in surprise, a delighted surprise."I… I am sorry, I didn't mean to…" She moved back, but he grabbed her waist hard pressing her to his chest."I didn't know you were so proactive, wife." He whispered in her ear, sending shivers to her spine. "I... I wasn't! It was not on purpose."She tried to push him from her, but he kept his hold on her tiny waist. Her veil had long gone and the view of her marvelous face was all he could see, 'Fascinating.'Even closer, she looked like a stunning
Conquering the Duke Chapter 6. Dragon
"That… I... I am sorry," she was now feeling regretful for that slap. His red eyes were piercing her face and she couldn't stop trembling. "We… we should get down."Emma didn't wait for him to say anything and turned around to open the door quickly. She could feel his fierce and dangerous eyes on her even with the veil on. Her only thought at that moment was to escape.However, the second she stepped out from the carriage, with what it seemed, at first, a skillful jump, she tripped. The long dress prevented her from landing on her feet. She was about to fall face down when a powerful arm wrapped her waist to stop her at the last second.The Duke moved so fast when seeing her fall, that he was surprised. It was as if he was scared of watching her get hurt."Thank... hey!" She wanted to say her thanks, but the brazen man took her waist as if touching some delicate porcelain and carried her into a princess-style hug. "You should be careful, wife…" He smirked. "I
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