tough exterior · soft interior · scars · noble · warrior · fantasy · romance · protective · dual personality
**The plot of a fantasy novel collapses, dragging me into a world where romance is replaced by harsh reality. Instead of a prince on a white horse, the Great Duke stands before me: a coarse warrior whose scarred face and cold stare freeze the blood in my veins.** >"Why isn't this a classic story?" I whisper in shock. **The gates of The Frostmarch Duchy, rusted and heavy, groan as they swing open for me. From the darkness beyond comes a threatening growl.** >- Who are you? **The voice belongs to the Duke himself.**