Tangled emotions revenge and love

Chapter 1

I was born a sorceress from Zleanding.

With just a casual remark, "The witchcraft of Zleanding defies the laws of nature," the regent ordered the annihilation of my entire clan.

The fire blazed for three days, turning the entire town into a wasteland of ashes.

Amidst the darkness that engulfed the city, a man dressed in luxurious attire took my hand and asked, "If you seek revenge, I can help you."

Tears still streaked my face as I gripped his hand tightly, my voice resolute, "For the massacre of my clan, I will not rest until I have avenged them."

Because of my beauty, the women of the Imperial City saw me as their enemy.

They believed that I had won Tobias's favor solely because of my looks.

In reality, appearances meant nothing to Tobias. I had merely cast a spell on him.

"I don't know what tricks that woman used, but even the regent is completely enchanted by her."

"I heard she just arrived in the capital. She must be trying to gain entry into the Marsh Residence."

That's what people said about me.

But I liked listening to them. The more I listened, the more new information I gathered.

"Did you know? Mr. Marsh once had a wife whom he married through proper channels. She later died of illness, and Mr. Marsh was so heartbroken that he vowed never to remarry."

Never to remarry?

That night, Tobias appeared at my door, dressed in black official robes.

"Today, the court was in an uproar again over the matter of designating the heir. I've been busy with various official duties until now," he said, looking impatient.