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Duke Of Darkness
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Rafael De Carlies was merely an ordinary soldier in the eyes of the Hurbret family, someone considered lowly and powerless. No one knew that behind his simple appearance, he was the heir to royal blood and a legendary sword master, possessing dark magical powers capable of subduing the demonic creatures that threatened the kingdom's borders. To fulfill his mentor’s last request, Rafael married Annette Hurbret—a woman who never truly loved him. For three years, Rafael secretly protected the Hurbret family from danger and built their wealth, hoping that one day he could have the family he dreamed of. However, his happiness was shattered when he discovered Annete’s betrayal with a marquess. Annette and her family scorn Rafael as a parasite and mercilessly divorce him. But they were unaware of one thing—the power that Rafael had restrained all this time to protect them. Now, hatred and darkness were Rafael’s loyal companions. As the magical protection he had provided disappeared, demonic creatures returned to destroy the Hurbret family, and Rafael vowed to repay all the betrayals they had inflicted.
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Duke Of Darkness CHAPTER 11
Rafael sat in the dimly lit corner of the bar, the flickering candlelight dancing on the scratched wooden table. The glass of wine in his hand was nearly empty, but he wasn’t in a rush to refill it. His dark, piercing eyes stared blankly at the crimson liquid, searching for answers he knew he would never find. The revelation that the child Annette carried wasn’t his felt like a dagger stabbing into his chest. He was shattered, but the cold anger coursing through his veins kept him grounded. The betrayal felt like a poison slowly spreading, burning every corner of his mind.Caesar, ever loyal, sat across from him. He wanted desperately to ask why his master looked so broken, but he didn’t dare disturb the silence. Instead, he cautiously broke it with a soft question. “Sir, have you considered returning to the capital?”Rafael lifted his gaze slightly, his dark eyes meeting Caesar’s. He didn’t respond immediately, allowing the question to hang in the air. Finally, after a long pause, Ra
Duke Of Darkness CHAPTER 10
That night, Rafael returned to the mansion with heavy steps. The cold air bit at his skin, but his heartfelt even colder. Each step echoed through the vast house, announcing the cracks that now split him apart. The cold stone walls and flickering candle shadows added to the silence and gloom. Rafael felt his entire body tremble, not from the night wind, but from an anger mixed with a pain he couldn’t explain.“Damn it, how dare she betray me? I feel like a fool,” Rafael muttered as he took a deep drink from an expensive glass of wine in his room.Sunlight streamed through the window, illuminating Rafael’s face, still marked by a sleepless night. His eyes were dark, burning with uncontrollable emotions. He waited for Annette in the flower garden, a place where their sweet memories were intertwined with the fragrance of flowers and the gentle breeze. He heard Annette’s footsteps approaching, soft and cautious. When she entered, their eyes met briefly before Annette quickly looked away.
Duke Of Darkness CHAPTER 9
Since that rejection the previous night, Rafael's mind had been clouded, filled with relentless noise and confusion about what to do to keep Annette from avoiding him. A sliver of morning light touched Rafael's face as he stood at the bustling market dock. The air was filled with the sounds of merchants hawking their goods, the scent of spices, and fish mingling in the gentle breeze. Rafael took a deep breath, trying to shift his thoughts away from the chill that lingered in the Hurbret household. Annette had grown colder, and it haunted every corner of his mind. He wanted so badly to get close, to help her through the early days of her pregnancy, but Annette seemed to build higher walls every time Rafael tried to approach.“Sir.” Caesar’s voice cut through Rafael’s reverie. Caesar, his loyal right-hand man, stood with arms crossed over his chest, his sharp eyes scanning the commotion around them.Rafael turned, pulling himself back to the present. He looked at Caesar with a questioni
Duke Of Darkness CHAPTER 8
Annette’s room was filled with an unspoken tension. The flickering candles cast wavering shadows on the cold stone walls, shifting as the wind from the half-open window brushed through. The physician, with a serious expression, checked the pulse of the pale Annette. Meanwhile, Rafael stood rigid near the door, his body tense and eyes locked on his wife. Frederick, draped in a shimmering black robe, stood in the corner with arms crossed, his brows furrowed in a look full of accusation.“You know, Rafael!” Frederick’s voice broke the silence like an axe splitting wood. “This is all your fault. Annette collapsed and fainted because of the pressure you brought into this house.”Rafael frowned but kept his mouth shut, restraining the storm in his chest. He knew that arguing with Frederick would only lead to more conflict. Yet tonight, Rafael’s calm was wearing thin.“Uncle, this isn’t the time to—”“No!” Frederick stepped forward, his eyes blazing with anger. “You pretend to care, but what
Duke Of Darkness CHAPTER 7
The air felt heavy, like a dark cloak enveloping the entire Hurbret mansion. The moonlight shone dimly, casting faint shadows as Rafael walked briskly down the long corridor, his reflection flickering on the cold stone walls. Tension followed every step, tightening his chest. He stopped in front of Annette’s bedroom door, taking a deep breath before knocking firmly.Without waiting for an answer, Rafael pushed open the door and entered. Annette stood by the window, her white silk nightgown catching the moon’s glow as it seeped through. Her slightly blonde black hair cascaded down her back, adding an elegance that had once left Rafael awestruck. But now, that image was replaced by something that pierced his heart—cold and unreachable.“Why did you call me the gardener? Are you ashamed of having me as your husband?” Rafael asked outright. His dark, sharp eyes locked onto Annette’s. “I need an explanation, Annette. I am your husband!”Annette turned slowly, her movements weighted, as if
Duke Of Darkness CHAPTER 6
Rafael sat in the dimly lit study, accompanied only by a half-empty cup of wine and the dancing shadows of candlelight on the walls. His eyes were fixed on the piece of paper before him, but his thoughts wandered far, drifting to times when his life had been different. He remembered the early days when he secretly worked to help the Hurbret family recover from the brink of economic collapse. Back then, despite being a noble family, their wealth was almost just a name if Rafael hadn’t intervened.Using his influence and connections without the Hurbret family’s knowledge, Rafael infiltrated the kingdom’s trade routes, ensuring that every Hurbret venture yielded unexpected profits. He disguised himself as a mysterious broker, facilitating lucrative trade contracts and transactions. When gold began to flow back into the family coffers, Frederick claimed it as the result of his strategies and cunning. Annette, on the other hand, welcomed the news with a genuine smile that warmed Rafael’s h
Duke Of Darkness CHAPTER 5
Rafael stood in the middle of the vibrant flower garden, though his eyes were fixed on the ground with a vacant stare. His hands, more accustomed to holding a sword, now gripped a small trowel that felt oddly light in his grasp. It was strange to him. The flowers around him thrived, the result of long mornings spent there, a distraction from the inner turmoil and the raging battles at the border.His reverie was interrupted by Frederick's deep voice cutting through the air. "I’m tired of seeing your face. How long do you intend to stay in our house?" The derisive tone was sharp, piercing.Rafael straightened, not responding. His face remained emotionless, only showing the cold gaze he often used against the beasts on the battlefield. But Frederick's next words made his blood run cold.“Did you know? Annette regrets marrying a low-status soldier like you!” Frederick’s words seeped in, slicing deeper than the claws of any beast Rafael had faced.Rafael’s hand clenched at his side, the t
Duke Of Darkness CHAPTER 4
Annette had accepted Rafael as her husband. However, her uncle had not. Rafael’s life in the Hurbret family home was never as simple as the moments of laughter he shared with Annette. Behind the warmth that was slowly growing between them, there was another figure who constantly loomed, exerting an invisible but palpable pressure. Frederick Hurbret, Annette’s uncle, was a man brimming with pride for his family name, never missing an opportunity to remind Rafael of his lowly status.It all started on a crisp autumn day when the wind carried the scent of dried leaves. Frederick walked with steps that always sounded like a statement. The sound of his boots echoed across the marble floor of the main hall, where Rafael stood, examining a strategy map spread out on the long table. Rafael sensed Frederick’s presence even before the older man spoke—the air in the room seemed to tense.“Ah, my esteemed son-in-law.” Frederick’s voice cut through the silence, laden with sarcasm. His face, framed
Duke Of Darkness CHAPTER 3
The wedding took place in the capital on a cloudy afternoon. Dark clouds hung low in the sky, as if signaling the secrets and burdens that surrounded the ceremony. Yet, for those who knew the Hurbret family present, the wedding of Rafael De Carlies and Annette Hurbret still appeared grand, though wrapped in an enforced simplicity. White lilies adorned the main aisle, but the fragrance of the flowers was overpowered by the scent of iron, sweat, and the worry clinging to the skin of everyone there.Rafael stood before the altar, dressed in formal robes embroidered with golden threads, though the dark circles under his eyes revealed sleepless nights. Annette, by his side, looked like a newly blossomed flower. Her ivory silk gown and blonde hair that cascaded gently over her shoulders gave her an air of grace, despite the unease that she could not fully hide on her face. When their eyes met, something warm and light passed between them—a flicker of hope amidst the fog of uncertainty.“Fro
