The Monstrous Duke's Adopted Daughter — Chapter 18

Wow, The Monstrous Duke's Adopted Daughter just keeps tugging at the heartstrings! For many readers, Chapter 18 was *the* chapter that finally broke them, sending tears flowing like a river. Seriously, tons of comments mention outright sobbing or eyes getting incredibly teary.

What hit hardest? Seeing precious Leslie not even know simple things like what a pinky promise is or what hot cocoa tastes like 🥺. It really emphasized the severe neglect she endured, and readers felt a mix of heartbreak and anger towards her old family. Everyone just wants to hug her and show her all the good things in the world!

On a brighter note, readers are falling in love with the Duke's household, especially the kind maid Mathel, who quickly picked up on Leslie's trauma and treated her with such care. Even the "mean" second brother seems to be growing on people, with some finding his awkwardness endearing. It’s refreshing for many to see a child MC who acts like a *real* child, processing her past and slowly opening up.

Overall, Chapter 18 was an emotional rollercoaster, highlighting the sad realities of Leslie's past while planting seeds of hope and warmth thanks to her new, genuinely caring family. Get those tissues ready for the next chapter!