Summary
Philia is the daughter of an Earl and wishes to spend her life enjoying her hobbies and doing the things she likes. She has no interest in socializing with other socialites of her age and in dating the opposite sex. She enjoys reading books and listening to the stories of the coming and going merchants. She relied on her parents when it came to marriage. That is when Philia receives a marriage proposal from Duke Claude Morris, who is admired by everyone. Being unable to decline, Philia marries Claude. ? On the first night of being married, they return to the Duke’s estate where he suddenly pushes her away saying “don’t come near me.” With a stern face, Claude says “I don’t plan on having a man and woman relationship with you,” and Philia begins to ask the reason but…