Summary
Marie dedicated her entire life to becoming the Saintess, mastering healing magic through grueling training. Yet, her destiny was cruelly snatched away by Julia, a rival blessed with beauty but lacking in effort. Now, Marie is relegated to being Julia’s overworked assistant, shouldering all the true responsibilities while the admired Saintess basks in undeserved glory. Just as despair threatens to consume her, the enigmatic Second Prince Cecil returns from abroad with a startling declaration: “I will protect you.” Despite their minimal past interactions, Cecil’s unwavering care feels like a beacon of genuine affection, slowly illuminating Marie’s shadowed world. Could her true path to happiness lie not in a sacred crown, but in an unexpected promise? Dive into chapter 1 to witness Marie’s journey!