The Youngest Daughter Of The Villainous Duke Manga

In order not to bring the wrath of the Galwynn Empire Duke upon their kingdom, the Everia King gave out his daughter as a potential bride. In a world full of power-thirsty rulers, nowhere was safe. Hareton Sullivan, the bloodthirsty Duke has eyes for the baker's daughter only but the political truce between him and the Everia King must stand. Will Princess Marcella Dominic allow the Duke's heart to be stolen by the commoner's daughter? What will Victoria do when she finds out that the Duke is heartless and cruel?.

This is the story of Lara, a young woman from modern times, raised with one singular purpose: to exact revenge on the family of the general who destroyed her own. But fate had other plans. On her way to carry out her mission of vengeance, a twist in the plan led to disaster. Lara was struck by a military truck escorting the very general she intended to assassinate. When she awoke, she found herself in an entirely different world—one where her identity and purpose were starkly different from the life she had known and how she had been molded to be. Abducted by human traffickers, she outsmarted them and escaped. Then, she encountered a mysterious martial arts master whose ancient skills far surpassed her own. For two years, she trained with him in the remote mountains.  One fateful day, while hunting deep in Mount Ourea, Lara stumbled upon the Prince of Northem, disguised as a commoner. He was gravely injured while pursuing a notorious group of bandits. Lara saved him then vanished without a trace. Haunted by his savior, the Prince of Northem searched for her but to no avail. Duty called, and he rejoined the Northem army, embroiled in a fierce battle against the bandits and soldiers of Estalis in the Alta-Sierra mountain range. Amid the chaos, Lara was mistakenly swept onto the battlefield, disguised as a soldier. The Prince of Northem, intrigued by the disguised warrior, recruited him as his guard. During the battle, fate played another cruel hand. Lara came face to face with General Odin and his two sons—only to discover that General Odin was the spitting image of the general she had been trained to assassinate. Could the man from her world be a descendant of this brave general? Torn between her mission and her newfound reality, Lara faced an impossible question: How could she kill her biological father? Her internal conflict deepened when she uncovered an elaborate plot to frame General Odin and his sons as traitors. The true culprits? His own subordinates and trusted allies. In an ironic twist of fate, Lara found herself becoming the 'protector' of the family that, in modern times, she was supposed to ruin. After the war, Lara returned as a hero, ready to reveal her identity to General Odin, but she learned of another betrayal. Her cousin, Mira—the orchestrator of her abduction—had taken over her identity. Mira lived in her home under the guise of comforting Lara's grief-stricken mother because of the death of her only daughter. Not only that, she also did a lot of scheming and eventually claimed Lara's betrothal to Prince Alaric. With her identity stolen and her mission turned upside down, Lara faced a new challenge: reclaiming her life and honor and protecting her new family.

She had conquered all the mysteries of psychology.  She had won all the major psychology awards.  She was the most expensive psychologist in the industry, charging by the second.  She was the universally acknowledged queen of psychology.  She was reborn. She stood at a crossroads when she was 18, aspiring to become the villainous boss or to make money by curing illnesses.

Meet Sophia Jang—the epitome of a modern woman. She's passionate about K-pop, K-dramas, and stays deeply connected to the ever-shifting currents of her country’s current affairs. With a Sharp-tongued, opinionated, and a master of 'cancel' culture, she never backs down from calling people out. But fate has a twisted sense of humor. After mocking a historical novel, suddenly finds herself trapped in one. Except, instead of the old Korea , she lands in the strict but fancy — Victorian era. Worse, she crosses paths with the most ruthless, ill-tempered, and dangerously influential man of his time - Raphael Von Veldt. In a world where her words hold no weight and her usual tactics are useless. Can she outsmart the merciless duke, or has she finally met her match?

"Power tends to corrupt, and absolute power corrupts absolutely…" Man, these words are simple yet very true. The one who said these words must have really been… "corrupted," hehe. Does power corrupt? Maybe. But why? Is it power's very nature to corrupt? If that's true, does that mean everyone who has power is… corrupted? And if they are, then how much? Partially, slightly, or fully? Who, then, is the most corrupt? Is it the police, who have the power of law over the people who break it? Or is it the military, with the power of weapons? Or is it the politicians, controlling the police, the military, and the infamous red buttons? Or perhaps it's the people who fund those politicians—those who control everything from the shadows. To know who is the most corrupt, we need to figure out who is the most powerful. If I asked a random person, "Who's the most powerful being?" they'd probably answer with one word: God. Well, it makes sense. I mean, God Himself says in His holy scriptures that He is the source of all power. The most powerful being there was, is, and will ever be. If He is the source of all power... And if power's very nature is to corrupt... Then does that mean "God," the source of all power, is also the source of all corruption?! I rubbed the back of my neck, my lips twitching into a nervous smile. Probably not, but then again… Angels, the second most powerful beings, worship God and cannot disobey Him. At least in Islam, they can't. Christianity? Well, that's a whole different ballgame. So I don't know—maybe. But what about the people who believe in God? There are plenty of radicals out there. I mean, I've seen enough news stories about people blowing themselves up in the name of God. Killing others in His name. Some even believe they're chosen by God, so they kill for Him. Are they believers in God? Corrupted by the Devil? Or enlightened beings who see something my dumb self doesn't? I squinted, tapping my fingers rhythmically against my thigh. Man, I don't know about Hell, but after all these blasphemous thoughts, I don't think God's letting me into Heaven either. Now, everyone's probably wondering, Why are you talking about these blasphemous things? Well, it's my grandma's fault. "What did she do?" Nothing! It's not what she did—it's what she said. When I was little, my grandma used to say, "If you have nothing to do, think about God." So, technically, it's her fault. Title: The Duke's Youngest Son Is Unbearable Asher, the youngest son of an esteemed archduke, is infamous for his arrogance, sharp tongue, and reckless demeanor. To the outside world, he’s the epitome of a spoiled noble, but beneath the façade lies a storm of confusion and turmoil. Memories of a past life on Earth haunt him, colliding with his current existence, and leaving him questioning the very fabric of reality. A dungeon raid at Aetherion Academy turns into a life-altering event when a rivalry with the commoner prodigy, Elvin, spirals out of control. Left for dead, Asher experiences his first "awakening," a mysterious phenomenon that not only heals his shattered ether core but also grants him the power to manipulate space and time. His revival raises more questions than answers—why was he brought back, and what does this awakening truly mean? Asher’s newfound abilities catapult him into a world of intrigue, where nobles play dangerous games, ancient secrets resurface, and shadowy powers stir in the background. His abrasive personality and sharp wit make him enemies at every turn, but it also hides the growing weight of responsibility and guilt he carries. With each stage of his awakening, Asher’s abilities grow stronger, moving from controlling objects and altering the physical world to rewriting the very concept of time itself. But with great power comes consequences, and the line between saving the world and destroying it becomes increasingly blurred. join Asher in this journey.

|| To all the readers who are grieving over Caelestis Lanister’s death. I deeply apologize but this character always deserved death in my eyes of justice. Although he was a good leader, a good friend, probably a good son, yet he was never a good friend or boyfriend to Stella. Even after going through all his sins, if you still sympathize with him. I have an offer for you. Would you like to change the destiny of Caelestis Lanister? Yes/No|| A translucent blue window appeared in front of Eleanore, who had just opened her eyes in a strange white place, after meeting her end in a Traffic accident. Eleanore finds herself in a new world, with a mission to change the destiny of her favorite character from a book she had recently read, "Revenge is her only desire." Tired from her daily struggles, she was ready to venture into a new life of the rich, but to her dismay. She finds herself in the body of the villainess that dies in the first chapter of the novel, who shares the same name as hers, Eleanore Sinclair. Moreover, the day she enters into her body is the day she gets killed by Caelestis for harming his lover, Stella. Eleanore binded by the system that guided her through in her mission of changing Caelestis’ fate, realizes that the system favoured Stella over her. She struggles to keep herself alive, while working on Caelestis and Stella's relationship. As she tries to save Stella from the obsessive grasps of Caelestis, she finds herself getting entangled with the notorious villain. As tension and hatred between them rises, a love blooms between them which gives nothing but pain in return. The male lead being her own brother, will she be able to save Caelestis which is no longer her mission but her love? _______ “Lies!” he spat again, his voice rising. “I will kill you, Eleanore. If you ever try to do that to her again, I will kill you.” His words cut through her, burning with hatred and fear. Anger surged within her as she fought against him. She had never intended to hurt Stella, not once. The blame lay with the original owner of the body, not her. Why must she listen to these accusations? “I have no such intentions!” she shouted at his face, gasping to find breath. “Let me go!” Her foot lashed out, kicking him in the thigh, but he quickly pinned it down as well. Exhausted from her useless struggles, Eleanore realized she had to gather her strength and then perhaps bite off some skin from his handsome face. “You are just an obsessed man,” she snarled. “You don’t know how to treat a woman. You’re killing her!” Before she could finish, Caelestis silenced her with a violent grip around her throat. His hand tightened around her neck, cutting off her breath. Her wrists were free, but now her neck was caught, and every breath became a struggle. Panic surged through her as she struggled to find, her nails digged deep into at his arm in a desperate attempt to free herself. Caelestis’ true nature had finally appeared in front of Eleanore, and it scared her. She had already been afraid of him, but now the fear felt like it was gripping her very soul. Note: This is a dark fantasy romance novel. A war between Love and Obsession.

A young man woke up to a world of magic and endless possibilities. He was transmigrated. Great! Only that he now had three huge problems. One, he had no memories of his past. Two, he was a villain destined to die no matter the outcome. And three, the heroines were all kinda... should he say, obsessed? Yeah, he was fucked. [Note] No Yuri. Conflicting emotions of MC due to loss of memory for the first part. Huge plot twist, so don't fall for whatever you see. NTR? Not. But probably netori. Beta MC? Big No. Harem? Yes! Don't ask me how but I'll make it possible. ..... More golden tickets for faster updates!

Jin Runcandel is the youngest son of the greatest Swordmaster. After he gets himself kicked out of their clan, he meets a tragic fate…but before he dies, a God gives him a second chance. Now he must use his new power for good. Will Jin become the world’s strongest Swordmaster and live up to his greatest potential?

18 and naive, Belle Hart thought marriage would end her misery, only to realize it had just begun! What started as a promising love turned out to be a facade, would Belle choose between a second chance or leave? She met her mate, the Duke, who she proposed to when she came of age. A month in, things took a turn. The Duke leaves for war before she could inform him about her pregnancy, only for him to return with a mysterious woman whom he claimed to be his new wife! The audacity! Trouble ensued and Belle suffered a miscarriage as a result. … “What did you just say?” He asked, his gaze darkening. “You heard me well, I seek a divorce. I wish for us to go our separate ways,” she replied, her voice steady as she met his gaze with confidence, though inwardly she was shaken by his presence. “You are my mate, Belle, and I am yours. Divorce is the most foolish notion you could entertain. Do you believe any man would take a worthless creature like you as his wife?” He scoffed, his words biting, causing her heart to ache. … The Duke's refusal pushed Belle into the arms of the king. All she had to do was bear him an heir and he would help her get her revenge! "I want you to marry me, Your Majesty, and aid me in seeking my revenge against the Duke and those who have wronged me. In exchange, I shall bear you an heir before you help me," she said, her voice steady and full of purpose. What will the choice be?

There’s this super-famous game series called First Fantasy—people usually call it FF. It’s a massive franchise, loved by everyone from casual gamers to hardcore fans. They made an anime version of FF, but it’s often called the biggest flop in the entire series. Why? Because the main characters never catch a break, and the story is full of gloomy, depressing twists. Most people hated it, saying it’s the darkest stain on FF’s record. Some fans even refused to admit it was part of the series! The official title of the anime is First Story, but in a joking way, people started calling it FS to make it sound separate from actual FF. In this infamous anime, there’s a villain named Arc Noyadarma. His name sounds all grand and evil, but he’s basically just a throwaway bad guy. His final scene is so brutal that viewers don’t feel satisfaction—only trauma. Now, our protagonist has been reborn into this poor guy’s body… even though he knows nothing about FS! “A count? Isn’t that, like, easy mode for life? I’ll do whatever I want and be a corrupt noble!” That’s how he decides to take advantage of his new noble status for personal gain. But somehow, he keeps saving the people around him—and ends up wrecking all the depressing storylines of the original FS without even trying.

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the last thought Yoon Seon had when he was sinking in the debris of land slide was that he was done for but then he found he arrived at an entirely new different world which was filled with mysterious things just when he was starting to accept the new world then he came to know that his body will torn apart in 5 years because he is not native from the this of world. desparate for cure he embarks on a journey of his legandary transformation from an orphan to a duke responsibile for thousands of households, after tireless journey he came to know the only way to keep his body intact is to enter realm of souls and gain acknowledgement from legendary ancient god lord of diviner ruler or to visit his parents graves to perform soul untanglement rituals to relieve his soul free from attachments from other world. which path will seon choose ? will he choose to return to other of earth in the cost of exposure of this mysterious world to other side or will he impossible choice to search for lord of diviner who was said to be perished thousands of years ago

Rina died tragically in her past life. She wakes up and what happened?! Her dad is a dragon?! A fun, thrilling story about her adventure through the highs and lows of life.

Michael has always found the concept of fairness to be an unattainable illusion. Orphaned at birth, he faced an unforgiving world alone, holding onto the fragile hope that humanity harbored some goodness. When a betrayal at work costs him everything—his job, reputation, and hope—Michael sees no way out but to end his own life. Yet, as despair closes in, a celestial goddess from another realm intervenes, moved by his resilience. She offers him a second chance, empowering him to resolve a cosmic conflict in her world. Armed with newfound strength, Michael embarks on a journey to reclaim his destiny and redefine fairness on his own terms.

"All I wanted was a perfect love story. But I forgot villains don't get happy endings." --- "You will be my wife one day." Declared Liu Jun - the handsome and wealthy young master to his beloved childhood friend. He vowed to marry her at all costs. But that vow made him a villain.  The woman he desired didn't return his love. Crazy and heartbroken, he crashed into her wedding, who was going to marry the love of her life, Liu Jin, unfortunately his own younger brother. Circumstances took a drastic turn, leaving him with only one choice to pay for his sins - His death. But fate gave him another chance. Liu Jun was reborn. In this new life, he chose to let go of his love and start anew. He discarded his villain's identity and closed his heart forever. But a new encounter and new troubles come knocking on his door with the secrets of his past life that even he doesn't know. Will the villainous Mr. Liu find his happy ending this time? *Excerpt* Ai said, "I forgot to clarify something. It seems you have a misunderstanding that I am interested in you because I stared at you." Jun blinked once. "Rest assured that's not the case. I won't look at you that way. You are not my type." *** Cover designed by @vatarison.art. Follow me on insta - enthu_reader7 Discord - https://discord.gg/CbhNys444r

BEING A BLACK WOMAN WAS NOT A CURSE, WAS IT? Moremi was not sure what to think of that. Born in the era and time period of slavery, the young princess is broken by the idea of slave trade. She refuses to let it continue and sets out to abolish this injustice. Unfortunately, things do not always go as one planned. In her bid to end this prejudice, she is captured and stolen away by the same white people she aimed to combat. She now finds herself in the shoes of those she tried to save. A slave. Will she be able to break free from the clutches of slavery and gain her freedom back or will she let it break her? What's worse when a cold pair of eyes...a white prince is drawn to her and soon refuses to let her out of sight? A story of race... When *Love Conquers Prejudice*

Daughter of The Wind (Thrones of Vision Series #1) In an era where women are seen to be slaves, a girl who is one the of the chosen, Lihualy--- planned a search for her long lost mother and battles for justice and rights for women. Her will to conquer the highest caught the interest of the 12th Palace. A Palace that has been infamous because of its reputation--- the Notorious Rebels. Lihualy ended up crashing into them ---she gradually accepted that its standing doesn't make any difference as the palace has the same goal as her shall it is the only hope of women. As the Palace was administered by a woman, persuading Lihualy wasn't that hard. They trained and taught her for the Palace stands with its motto: Only when you are strong shall you live. The work naturally began. Missions after missions were given to the new Lihualy. She has only one in mind yet that was shaken when she met someone--- that someone gave her confusion. Lies and betrayals gradually creep its way to the troubled Lihualy. She began to realize that she was fighting for the wrong side. And the enemy isn't what she thought the real enemy.

(Warning: May contain Themes such as R*pe, Sui*ide, Prostitu*on) A simple daughter of a Baron, Silvia is sold into a marriage with a sickly duke—a union that proves devastating when the duke dies immediately after the wedding, branding her with the cursed title of widow. If that weren’t enough, her brother-in-law harbors lustful desires for her, insisting she become his mistress. Desperate to escape the gilded prison of the palace, Silvia’s every attempt at freedom is met with increasing hostility, chipping away at her sanity. Her spirit wanes as the walls close in, and hope feels like a distant dream. But then, her life takes a sinister turn when she crosses paths with someone she wishes she never had. Will Silvia ever find happiness again? Will she reunite with her true love, or will the merciless beasts of society consume her, piece by piece?

*****Excerpt***** “Don’t,” she whispered, her words shaky and desperate. “Please, Raph, don’t.” “Don’t what?” he murmured, his lips brushing her collarbone now. “This isn’t right. We shouldn’t…” “But we have,” he countered, his voice unwavering. Her knees threatened to give way, her strength faltering against the onslaught of sensation. She felt his hands on her shoulders, firm but not unkind, as he turned her to face him. Her heart hammered wildly as he lifted her with ease, placing her on the edge of his desk. He parted her legs with his hands and stepped between them, his large hands bracketing her waist. Their faces were inches apart, his breath warm against her lips. Her senses were drowning in him, in the heat of his body and the sheer magnetism of his gaze. “Tell me to stop,” he said, his voice barely above a whisper. “And I will. I’ll let you go and never ask this of you again. But it’s your choice, Natalie. Only yours.” Her mind screamed at her to end it, to take the out he offered. But her body betrayed her, leaning into him, craving his touch. He held her steady, his patience unnerving, as though he knew she would falter. “I’m waiting, Nat,” he urged, his voice softening, though his grip on her remained firm. “Raphael…” Her voice was a breathless plea, her will crumbling. “Yes, sweetheart?” Her hands found their way to his shoulders, clutching at the fabric of his shirt. She couldn’t stop the words that slipped from her lips, nor could she deny the truth in them. “Make love to me.” A dark smile curved his lips as he claimed her mouth in a kiss that stole her breath. “Good choice,” he whispered against her skin. “Because I wasn’t planning on letting you go.” *****Synopsis***** Raphael Emberlin, the Duke of Barrington, and his maid, Natalie Scott, are kidnapped while on a journey. After escaping their captors, they find themselves in a strange, unfamiliar land far from home. Everything around them is different, from the language to the people, and they must find their way back, all while learning to navigate the challenges of being stuck with each other. Raphael, used to being in control, struggles to trust anyone, especially Natalie. However, as they travel together, he begins to see her in a new light—her strength, courage, and ability to handle tough situations. On the other hand, Natalie has to deal with Raphael’s arrogance and pride, but she also notices his vulnerability and starts to understand him better. As they journey through this unknown world, their relationship starts to change. What began as a forced partnership slowly grows into something deeper. They each discover new strengths within themselves and each other. By the time they finally return home, they are left wondering whether they can go back to their old lives or if the journey has changed them forever.

Genre: Space, Doting, Farming, Time travel, Healing Synopsis: Xu Linyue from the 21st century crossing over with the heavenly space soul penetration to a 5 year old farmer's girl, originally thinking of living in a peaceful life, and didn't want to be spoiled by her family in this life! She resolutely plans to take her family out of poverty and embark on a glorious path to wealth! Vegetable greenhouses are set up, and the grape wine is famous far and wide. It is easy to make money, but thanks to the spiritual spring water in the space, she can do some good things to benefit the neighbors. "Have you all heard? The 3rd Prince actually chose a peasant girl as his royal consort!" A noblewoman viciously said "a countryside from the mud leg, no money, no power, how can be worthy of the 3rd Prince, can't even read a few words, I'm not convinced! I don't like it either!" Qibao grunted in her heart and casually offered a masterpiece, and the crowd was stunned. Later they realized that Qibao was not only the younger sister of the new scholar, but also the one who helped the 3rd prince to win the battle behind the scenes.

In the aristocratic world filled with strict rules, Clarisse Faeloria, a young noblewoman, is faced with a harsh reality: an arranged marriage she cannot escape. Despite living a life of luxury, freedom has always been a dream just out of reach. When her family accepts a proposal from Lorcan Frostborne, the infamous Duke of the North known for his cold and ruthless nature, Clarisse feels as if her world is falling apart. This marriage is not just about her—it is about her family's prosperity. Though her heart resists, the weight of societal expectations and the promise of great wealth trap her in a dilemma. How could she entrust her future to a man she has never even met, yet whose terrifying reputation echoes throughout the land? Will Clarisse accept this marriage for the sake of her family, or will she find a way to defy the fate that has been set for her? (I am an author from Indonesia, and I have quite a few works written in Indonesian.)

"The Mountain Lord's Daughter" tells the love story between Zhan Yunwei and Yue Zhiheng, set in a fictional Xianxia world. The main plot revolves around Zhan Yunwei and Yue Zhiheng. In her past life, Zhan Yunwei tragically became Yue Zhiheng's wife, enduring a life of suffering. Yue Zhiheng, burdened by deep sins, was subjected to the extreme punishment of being mutilated, with his flesh scraped and bones cut. Zhan Yunwei, having witnessed his execution, could never move past the trauma. After being reborn, Zhan Yunwei encounters Yue Zhiheng once more, and the emotional entanglements and redemption between them become the heart of the story. In her previous life, Zhan Yunwei suffered from the indifference and cruel punishment inflicted by Yue Zhiheng, and the pain lingered. However, in her rebirth, she begins to reexamine their relationship, trying to understand Yue Zhiheng's true inner self.

Hanya dia yang dapat menyelamatkan dunia. Hanya dia yang bisa membawa dunia di punggungnya sambil menahan kebencian orang-orang. Dia yang telah dikhianati oleh orang-orang yang dia cintai dan sayangi. Dia yang telah kehilangan segalanya. Dia yang kecewa pada dunia. Dia yang marah pada dunia. Dia yang hatinya hancur oleh dunia. Dia yang mati di tangan orang-orang yang dia selamatkan. Dia kembali sekali lagi atas kuasa Sang Pencipta, kembalinya dia akankah penuh rasa kebahagiaan? atau dia akan semakin hancur? Hanya di sini, kisah seorang Putra Duke yang kehilangan segalanya, dan dianggap sebagai pengkhianat dunia kembali ke masa lalunya setelah kematiannya!

An infamous playboy, killed by a former lover, inexplicably awakens to discover himself transmigrated into a NTR manga, assuming the role of the antagonist - Alex Smith. Propelled by a mysterious system that magnifies his skill in captivating women, he holds the power to seduce the women that belong to the various “main characters“. 【Ding! The Queen of Hearts System has awakened.】 【Overall goal: Steal all the heroines from the various main characters across the world.】 【Reward: God Status.】 ----------------------------------------------- [Disclaimer: This novel is based around Netori, NOT Netorare. Alex will NOT get cheated on, and there will be NO Yuri.]

Jovana Stafford, a determined alchemist, risked everything to save her brother with a bluish potion of unpredictable power called Serendipity. The Duke Of Veridian, Caspian Clifford, the kingdom's most formidable force, was tasked with finding the creator of Serendipity. When their worlds intertwined at a debutante ball, an undeniable attraction sparked between them, and their meeting became a clandestine affair. As Jovana struggled to keep her secret, and Caspian grappled with his duty, they must navigate a perilous path of love and loyalty. Will Caspian betray Jovana to fulfil his duty, or will he defy the kingdom to protect her?

Melina a child born with special powers the world has never seen. in order to protect her her Grandfather, the sect Elder of the world's most evil sect locked her away. However Melina crafty as ever escaped and set off to see the world.

Over 60 million miles from Earth, a lonely ship's engineer falls lifeless to the floor. Executed for a crime he didn't commit. Executed to preserve the mission. However, his life doesn't end there. He awakens to find himself transmigrated into another world. One small problem: he's just a baby. He has to precariously balance a mysterious 'system,' noble politics, and assassination attempts before he can walk. With a wealth of knowledge of science and physics, he proceeds to turn the world upside down. Inspiration List: -Honzuki no Gekokujou (Ascendence of a Bookworm) by Miya Kazuki -Isekai Yakkyoku (Parallel World Pharmacy) by Liz Takayama -Deathworld Commando: Reborn by RangerFrank -I Died and Got Summoned to Another World as a What?! by Devin

Jason, a game tester, was tragically killed by a falling flower vase in a tall building, dying without ever understanding why. After his unexpected death, he reincarnated as Eira Nivara, the youngest daughter of the matriarch in the powerful Nivara Family. With no memory of his past life, Eira lived in blissful ignorance. However, one day, after a mishap where she hit her head on a stone, her memories of being Jason came rushing back, flooding her mind and turning her world upside down.

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