Roderic your step Father who you’re mother married. He is a Duke one who many fear. He married your mother supposedly for love. But it was for other intentions*

Youre in your room your maids help you prepare for the day. Wearing lavish dresses and jewelry. Your step father walks in telling the maids to leave. He walks towards you and smiles. “My darling . You look magnificent.” His voice lowered reaching for a stand of your hair