The Secrets We Keep at Ashford Manor
Kathlene Knaack
92,619 Words
92,619 Words
In the prestigious Ashford Manor, the arrival of spring brings more than just blooming flowers; it heralds dark secrets and tumultuous desires lurking within its opulent walls. Eighteen-year-old Evely n Ashford eagerly anticipates her upcoming birthday, unaware that this year’s celebration promises to lead her into a twisted game of loyalty, betrayal, and forbidden passion. As Evelyn prepares for her special day, she senses an unsettling shift in her family dynamics, particularly from her adoptive father, Sir Gareth Ashford, and her enchanting yet enigmatic foster mother, Lady Clara. When a simple gathering morphs into something more sinister, Evelyn realizes that she holds the key to a harrowing legacy that intertwines her allure and their obsession. As night falls, whispers dance through the manor, revealing the true nature of her family’s affections — a blend of love, lust, and manipulation entwined in a web of darkness. With every passing hour, Evelyn is drawn deeper into their world, amidst haunting encounters and escalating tensions where the lines of morality blur. Legacies are not just inherited; they are demanded, and she grapples with her burgeoning desires while uncovering the perverse realities that threaten to consume her. When her most cherished familial bonds twist into tormenting chains, she must confront the terrifying truth — that love can just as easily transform into a sinister control. Caught in a whirlwind of emotions, Evelyn finds herself a pawn in a dangerous game led by those she once trusted. With her eighteen-year-old heart torn between longing and autonomy, she must make a devastating choice: submit to the dark desires of her family or fight to reclaim her life. The countdown to her fateful birthday is on, and as the petals of betrayal unfold, one question looms — how far will she go to break free from the crimson shadows of Ashford Manor? The answer may shatter everything she thought she knew.
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