Summary
For two long years, Catherine endured a life of quiet deprivation, sacrificing her comfort for a promise made to her late mother. But the thread of her patience finally snapped. “Alright, I’ll leave,” she declared, ready to reclaim her peace and pursue the modest, happy existence she truly desired. Just as she began to savor her newfound freedom, a drenched, mud-tracking intruder burst into her sanctuary. This self-proclaimed “Pope’s watchdog” arrived with a drawn sword and an air of dangerous mystery, disrupting her meticulously cleaned floors and her carefully constructed calm. But Catherine, weary of grand pronouncements and muddy boots, wasn’t about to be intimidated. With a rag in hand and a steely gaze, she challenged his arrogance, demanding he clean his mess and questioning his manners. Who is this man, and why has he shattered the quiet life Catherine fought so hard to build? Dive into Chapter 1 to witness Catherine’s defiant journey!