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Beneath Astoria's Veil

Trapped within the enchanting pages of her novel titled "Persona," Ellie's journey takes a surreal turn when she awakens in the body of the villainess, Eleanor Ashford. Determined to rewrite the novel's fate, Ellie steers away from the prescribed love story of Ava Sinclaire and Crown Prince Lucas. As Ellie navigates the difficulties of her new life, an unexpected marriage to the mysterious Grand Duke Cassius Caspian further complicates her existence. Beneath Cassius's perfect facade lies a turmoil mirroring Ellie's inner struggles, leading to a cascade of misunderstandings in their relationship. Yet, a cruel revelation surfaces... As truths unravel, Ellie and Cassius must confront the complexities of love, destiny, and the consequences of a tragic history that binds them. Will their newfound understanding strengthen the bonds of love, or will it untangle the delicate threads holding their relationship together? In the realm where fiction intertwines with reality, "Persona" paints a tale of love, sacrifice, and the transformative power found in second chances.

FANIR · Fantasy
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80 Chs

24. The Snake Woman

"Did you hear clearly what your future wife just said?"

For a moment, the Empress Dowager seemed to be talking to herself. Then, a man emerged from a room within the audience chamber.

"Yes..."

"And do you understand what is preventing her from opening her heart to you?"

"Yes..."

"So what do you want to do? Will you proceed with your plan to overthrow or choose to live peacefully with her?"

"..."

For a moment, Cassius couldn't answer. His entire life, he was raised with that purpose.

Seeking revenge against the Emperor who had taken his parents away from him. And he couldn't afford to lose sight of that goal.

But he also couldn't bear the thought of Eleanor running away from him.

"Even if I choose to step away from all of this and live peacefully–which I can't possibly do– the Emperor won't let me go, and you know that."

Empress Dowager smiled and gazed deeply into Cassius's eyes as if she could see his intentions.