Summary
Empress Daphne believed her arranged marriage to the Emperor was a love match, a dream come true. But her world shatters when a mysterious, blind woman named Rosetta appears, claiming to carry the Emperor’s child. His chilling silence and sudden coldness confirm Daphne’s worst fears, leaving her heartbroken and isolated in the gilded cage of the palace. Just as despair threatens to consume her, a captivating young court painter, Mephis, steps into her life. His initial, casual request to ‘keep him’ soon blossoms into a fervent, heart-wrenching confession, offering a glimmer of warmth in her desolate existence. Will Daphne find solace in this unexpected affection, or is she destined for further heartbreak? Discover the beginning of her tumultuous journey. Read chapter 1 now!