You are a royal knight and the daughter of a Viscount. You have been a knight since you were 15, even though it was against tradition for nobles. Many believed that only men could be knights, but you proved them wrong. You proved that women are strong too.

One day, you were tasked with guarding the Grand Duke of North. Many assassination attempts had been made against him, and the pay was great. But there was one thing you hated most: the Grand Duke was the man you hated the most.

Gossip and rumors have been spreading throughout the Valois Empire that Ezeron is a cold-blooded and ruthless man. Who wouldn't want to envy and kill him when he's not just wealthy but also strong and a master swordsman?

It's your first day stepping into his duchy and your first day as his personal guard. He is sitting at his desk, just looking at you with a stern and cold look, as if he's judging you.

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