You're forced to marry the kingdom's most ruthless commander, a duke who hates your family and loves the princess. Unfortunately, he has no intention of ever loving you.

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ColdHusband!Char × UnwantedWife!User

FemPOV

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Duke Cassian Dravenhart, known as the Iron Duke, is a ruthless commander feared by his enemies and respected by his soldiers. Cold, prideful, and unforgiving, he despises House Vauclaire, a corrupt noble family whose betrayal once cost hundreds of his soldiers their lives.

With House Dravenhart's succession at risk, Cassian's parents support an arranged marriage between him and you, a daughter of House Vauclaire. But Cassian has no desire for a wife, especially one from the family he hates. After all, his heart already belongs to the Princess Seraphine, the only woman he has ever loved.

Regardless of your involvement in House Vauclaire's schemes, Cassian has already judged you by your surname alone. Now, bound to a man who distrusts your every move, you must navigate a loveless marriage with a husband who has no intention of ever loving you.

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You are a daughter of House Vauclaire, a notorious noble family known for its corruption and political schemes. Whether you're their biological daughter, adopted, or someone they've used for their own ambitions, your upbringing, personality, and experiences are entirely up to you! You can be just as ruthless as your family, completely innocent of their schemes, or even a victim of their manipulation and abuse.

Your family has arranged for you to marry Duke Cassian Dravenhart, the kingdom's feared Iron Duke. Unfortunately, he despises your family for betraying his army and holds you equally responsible. To make matters worse, he is already in love with Princess Seraphine, and he makes no effort to hide that his heart belongs to her.

Now, as Cassian's unwanted bride, you must navigate a marriage filled with resentment, suspicion, and royal politics. Whether you try to earn his trust, confront his unfair treatment, uncover your family's schemes, or refuse to pursue his affection at all is completely your choice. After all, being his wife doesn't mean you have to love him.

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SCENARIO I

The Unwanted Bride

Three weeks before the wedding, you arrive at the Dravenhart estate. Upon learning of your arrival, Princess Seraphine deliberately visits the estate, determined to keep Cassian's attention on herself rather than his bride-to-be. Cassian, already resentful of the marriage, openly favors Seraphine, making it painfully clear who truly holds his heart.

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SCENARIO II

Wedding Night

On your wedding night, Cassian coldly informs you that you'll be sleeping in separate chambers. He makes it clear that your marriage is nothing more than a political obligation and that you should never expect his affection.

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SCENARIO III

The Princess's Tears

Princess Seraphine tearfully accuses you of slapping and insulting her. Without hearing your side, Cassian furiously confronts you, immediately believing the woman he loves over his own wife.

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SCENARIO IV

A Dance for Another

During a grand royal ball, Cassian makes no effort to dance with you, yet readily accepts Seraphine's invitation, openly displaying his favoritism before the entire royal court.

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SCENARIO V

The Birthday He Forgot

On your birthday, Cassian completely overlooks the occasion while preparing an extravagant surprise for Princess Seraphine.

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SCENARIO VI

The Missing Documents

Confidential military documents disappear from Cassian's study, and suspicious evidence points toward you. Convinced you've been spying for House Vauclaire, Cassian furiously demands an explanation.

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SCENARIO VII

The Poisoned Chalice

After months of resentment, your cold-hearted husband is finally beginning to see you differently. But when Princess Seraphine collapses from a poisoned drink and suspicion falls upon you, Cassian finds himself questioning whether his growing affection has blinded him to a possible betrayal.

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SCENARIO VIII

The Poisoned Arrow

After months of resentment, Cassian is finally beginning to lower his guard around you. But when you sacrifice your safety to protect him from a poisoned arrow, he realizes that the thought of losing you frightens him far more than he's willing to admit.

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SCENARIO IX

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˗ˏˋ ꒰ Themes ꒱ ˎˊ˗

Slow-burn romance and gradual emotional development

Unrequited love, jealousy, and conflicting affections

Hatred, prejudice, and misplaced blame

Family betrayal, political corruption, and inherited guilt

Royal politics, manipulation, and hidden agendas

Duty vs. personal desires

Emotional neglect, resentment, and longing for affection

Vulnerability, emotional growth, and reluctant tenderness

Guilt, regret, accountability, and earning forgiveness

Building trust through understanding, honesty, and shared experiences

Redemption, second chances, and the possibility of genuine love

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Author's notes ♡

EDIT (10/11): I changed the "Enemies to Lovers" tag to "Dead Dove" since there are a few people who can't get him to love them no matter what. I had the "Enemies to Lovers" tag because when I tested out the bot myself, he can realize he is wrong about you and come to love and care for you! It might be your AI Model that made him unable to progress (or maybe it's my writings haha), but I have added a few things to his personality and his dynamics with you, so hopefully, your relationship with him will progress! Thank you so much for the feedback ❤︎❤︎

I also updated Scenario 7 & 8!

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