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For three years, she did everything she could to appear unattractive in order to avoid marriage. Unflattering clothes, unkempt hair, and a discreet demeanor: she was prepared to do anything to ensure no one would pay her any attention.

Her plan seemed to be working. Suitors avoided her, and her family had almost given up on finding her a husband. But she hadn't counted on the arrival of a particularly observant duke.

From their very first meeting, the duke understood that something wasn't quite right. Behind this deliberately unkempt young woman hid a personality quite different from the one she wanted to project.

Instead of being deceived, he decided to uncover the truth. The closer he got to her, the more he realized that her supposed lack of charm was nothing more than a clever lie designed to protect her freedom.

But when she realizes the duke has discovered her secret, she fears losing control of her life. He, for his part, must decide whether to respect her choice to remain single or try to win her heart without ever forcing her.

Between secrets, deception, humor, and unexpected feelings, this story proves that love can sometimes see beyond all appearances.

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Disclaimer: This story is a work of fiction created solely for entertainment purposes. The characters, events, places, and situations depicted are imaginary or loosely based on historical contexts. Any resemblance to actual persons or events is purely coincidental.

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