The Secrets We Keep Behind Closed Doors
Nery Cecot
218,092 Words
218,092 Words
In a world where desire and duty collide, Lady Seraphina finds herself ensnared in a web of royal intrigue and forbidden passion. Caught between the charming yet reckless Crown Prince Cedric and the f ormidable General Frederick, her life takes a harrowing turn as she navigates the treacherous waters of court politics and her own burgeoning desires. When Serenading Cedric’s affections yields unexpected consequences, Seraphina realizes that her heart is not the only thing at risk. Under the icy gaze of Lady Evangeline, whose ambitions are as sharp as her tongue, Seraphina must play a dangerous game to maintain her honor and navigate the expectations placed upon her. Evangeline’s wrath threatens to strip Seraphina of her dignity, revealing the delicate balance between power and vulnerability that defines her existence. As tensions rise within the opulent halls of Cedric Manor, Seraphina's connection with Cedric deepens, but so does the looming threat of Evangeline’s schemes. When her past is exposed, Seraphina must confront not only her feelings for Cedric but also the chilling reality of what it means to be a pawn in a game played by those who possess far greater power. With desires burning and stakes escalating, the plot thickens as loyalties are tested and lives hang in the balance. Seraphina is faced with life-altering decisions: Will she succumb to the crippling expectations of her station, or will she rise to claim her own destiny? As secrets unravel and betrayals are unveiled, the question remains—who truly holds the power in this perilous game of love and deception? In this gripping tale of passion and sacrifice, every heartbeat, every glance, and every whisper could be the catalyst that changes everything. Join Seraphina on her journey as she dares to defy the odds in a world where the price of loyalty may be her very soul.