The Wedding Night Was a Cold Duty-Until the Duke Discovered the Marks She Hid Under Silk and Lace

the silk of her gown. When he stopped in front of her, the top of her head barely reached his collarbone. “The ribbons,” she whispered, her hands trembling as she reached for the neckline of her chemise. “They are knotted. The maid was nervous.”

“Leave them,” Arthur said, his patience thinning. “I will do it.” He reached out. His hands were large, calloused continue reading …