I'm A Worthless Stepmother, But I Love My Family Madly! summary:

Elsa, who grew up in a family where there was no room for love and warmth, was left without proper attention and education, which led to her being called useless. Despite this, fate has an unexpected turn in store for her. She receives a decree from the Emperor to become the wife of the powerful Duke Rolf Eiberg, a man who has proven himself on the battlefield in conflicts with neighboring lands. Rumors are whispered about him, surrounding his image with darkness and legends of cruelty, even the nickname "war maniac" has taken root behind his back.Elsa, unlike expectations, perceived this marriage as an opportunity to change her life and find happiness. To her surprise, upon arriving at the residence of the Grand Duke, the young bride discovers the absence of the groom. Instead, she meets his sons - the strong-willed Wilbert and the silent Hugh, who do not know a word about their father's upcoming marriage.Thus begins Elsa's difficult journey into the life of a family filled with secrets, where each heart is surrounded by barbed wire of detachment and mistrust. The question is: will the girl find the strength and means to shed light on the backstage of this life and to cultivate love in a place where the shadows of the past dwell?