By Harriet Caves - The Dukeвђ™s Scarred Bride

This story explores the complex world of by Harriet Caves , a Regency-era romance that centers on the themes of external judgment and internal healing . The Arrival at Ashworth Manor

Their relationship shifts during a late-night encounter in the manor’s vast library. As they speak of their shared isolation, the physical scar on Elara’s face becomes a symbol of her rather than a mark of shame. Arthur confesses that he didn't marry her for a dowry or out of duty, but because he saw a kindred spirit —someone who had survived the "fire" of society and come out stronger. A New Chapter The Duke’s Scarred Bride by Harriet Caves

The Duke, known as , was a man of iron and silence. Rumors suggested he was as cold as the marble halls of his manor. When they finally stood face-to-face in the candlelit drawing-room, Elara braced for the inevitable look of pity or distaste . Instead, Arthur’s gaze was steady, landing on her scar with a clinical curiosity that lacked any sting of cruelty. The Bond of Secrets This story explores the complex world of by

The carriage jolted over the uneven stones of the Duke of Ashworth’s sprawling estate. Inside, clutched her lace shawl tighter, pulling it higher to obscure the jagged line of the scar that traced from her temple to her jaw. In London, she was a "cautionary tale," a debutante whose beauty was stolen by a fire. To the Duke of Ashworth , however, she was a business arrangement—or so she thought. Arthur confesses that he didn't marry her for