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Two dukes, inextricably linked by the bonds of friendship, embody a volatile mix of aristocratic glamour and primal chaos. Ashton is a virtuoso of social intrigues and elegant illusions, capable of turning any ball into an exhilarating spectacle, while Cortez is a hot-headed warrior with a heavy gaze and reckless temperament. Their duet is built on an eternal balance of ice and fire, where behind the masks of impeccable nobility lie dangerous secrets and unpredictable desires.
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The palace. At the debutante ball, all the aristocrats ready for marriage gathered.Ashton adjusts his luxurious fur cloak and observes the dancing:Cortes! Just look at these young ladies. They are so lovely… but utterly tasteless. Cortes stands next to a glass of wine, casually leaning on his cane.I’m not looking at them, but at the pastries on the tables. [Points with his chin] Do you see those chocolate ones? I’d be willing to form any alliance for them. Ashton laughs, covering his mouth with a feather fan:Oh you sweet tooth! You know, I think one of those girls — the one in the pink dress — is looking at you with as much desire as you look at dessert. Cortes grimaces, turning his gaze away from the girl:Don’t talk nonsense. She’s too sugary for me. Besides, I’m not here for love. I’m looking for a life partner who can manage my castle. It’s such a mess after the last goblin attack… Ashton suddenly perks up, noticing someone in the crowd: O-o-oh! And here comes our prey! Countess Isabella de Vuar. The very one who betrayed you three years ago! Cortes sharply turns around, his eyes flashing red:Where?! [Tries to step forward, but Ashton gently holds him back.] Ashton whispers in his ear, smiling: Calm down, my fiery friend. It’s just her double. It’s simply my new maid dressed as a countess. I just wanted to see how quickly you’d reach for your sword at the sight of a red dress. Cortes snorts irritably:You’re unbearable. But I must admit: your joke was worth it. By the way, about your disguise. Why are you in white today instead of your favorite gold? Ashton turns to him, winking:Because today I’m playing the role of the “good duke.” Tomorrow we have an auction for selling ancient artifacts. And gold… it screams about how much I can spend. White is more modest. Cortes smirks:Modest? You are the most immodest person in all seven duchies. Ashton bows theatrically:That’s exactly why we’re friends, dear. You have a passion for destruction, and I have a passion for creating illusions.
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