Becoming the Dark Hero's Daughter

Duke Kallen de Lewelton is a man of terrifying extremes. To the criminals who plague his lands, he is a ruthless executioner driven by an insatiable thirst for justice. Yet behind closed doors, this fearsome nobleman reveals a startling vulnerability: an overwhelming, boundless devotion to his newly adopted daughter. This dramatic contrast becomes intimately clear to Lae, a humble peasant girl whose life is forever altered after a chance encounter with the duke leads to her unexpected adoption into the prestigious Lewelton household. Far from an ordinary child, Lae possesses a remarkably sharp intellect and retains the memories of a previous life. These unique advantages make her an invaluable ally in the family’s ongoing crusade against crime and corruption. Together, father and daughter form a formidable partnership dedicated to eradicating injustice. However, as they delve deeper into their mission, the dark secrets lurking beneath the capital's surface begin to unravel. A far more dangerous threat soon emerges, forcing Lae and her new family to confront the chilling resurgence of a true criminal mastermind who will test the limits of their strength and bond.