The discovery of the crown prince's secret by chance during my tenure as a palace maid altered my fate. I was taken aback when I found out that his runaway betrothed was a man! In a state of panic, I implored him for mercy, agreeing to do anything to stay alive. Little did I know that it was just the beginning of my ordeal.
To safeguard my life, he demanded that I become his new fiancée. I had no choice but to comply. He assured me of my safety during the upcoming ball, but despite the event ending, he held onto me.
Initially, I believed that I was just a temporary replacement, but he insisted that I was now his sole bride-to-be. I was bewildered and fearful, unable to comprehend why he was going to such lengths for me. Gradually, however, his heart started to soften towards me, even though my only goal was survival.
This is the story of Atienne, who valiantly struggled to stay alive in the treacherous royal palace.
