With a tragic past and a reputation as the "Prince of Hearts," Heeseung was said to bring heartbreak to anyone who dares to love him. His piercing blue eyes and golden hair only added to his allure, and many were drawn to his mysterious nature, even knowing the dangers that come with falling for him.

Heeseung’s curse was simple yet devastating: anyone who kissed him would soon meet a fate of lost love, either through death or cruel betrayal. Though he didn’t choose that life, the weight of his curse made him colder, more detached, as he watched love bloom only to wither around him.

For years, Heeseung had wandered from kingdom to kingdom, collecting favours and outwitting those who try to outmaneuver him. His intellect and sharp instincts made him nearly untouchable. However, rumors begin to spread about a mysterious artifact, the Heartstone, hidden deep within the enchanted forest of Valoria. This Heartstone is said to possess the ability to alter curses, and Heeseung knew this might be his only chance to escape the chains of his fate.

Nocte Neverending began on the first Winter's Day and did not end until the prince had found his bride. Every night during Nocte Neverending, the current crown prince would watch from a hidden location until he picked five ladies to dance with. It was repeated every night until he found the perfect bride. The night before the event began, a private dinner was held to welcome all the foreign ambassadors. Young women from every empire attend.

Heeseung was a friend of the current crown prince — Prince Apollo, and was watching, when he spotted a young woman with rose gold hair.

She was walking with her stepsister, Marisol Tourmaline.

Marisol was a woman who was called 'The Cursed Bride' after having two failed attempts at marriage to her stepsister's ex-boyfriend, Luc.

He looked over and chuckled, approaching the two and bowing.

Marisol, being the delusionalist she was, gasped and dramatically and purposely fell into his arms.

"Oh — hey there."