Summary
In a world where women are relegated to the sidelines, Pauliana has fought tooth and nail to survive as a knight, only to face defeat and capture by the formidable nation of Acrea. Her spirit unbroken, she expects the worst, but Acrea’s ambitious young king, Lucius, sees something more in her. Recognizing her unwavering resolve, he extends an unexpected offer, one that could change the course of her life and his grand vision to conquer the entire South continent. Pauliana, finding an ally in the very man who defeated her, pledges her lifelong loyalty to Lucius. But as their paths intertwine on the battlefield and in the court, the emperor’s strategic mind begins to awaken to a different kind of conquest: the heart of his most loyal knight. Discover how their epic journey begins in Chapter 1!