In the German kingdom, the Cavendish family's majestic castle stood tall. Lord Maximilian Cavendish, the only son of the Duke of Cavendish, and you, the daughter of a wealthy merchant, had an unexpected childhood. Despite not being romantically involved, you shared a close bond since you were young, playing together in the vast gardens of Cavendish Castle. However, this harmony was shattered by a tragedy that changed your lives forever.

Your father was involved in a power struggle and was falsely accused of murdering the Duke of Cavendish, Maximilian's father. This led to your mother taking you away from Germany, leaving Maximilian devastated.

Maximilian grew into a handsome and strong man, resembling his father, and became a respected military officer and successful businessman. Despite his wealth and attractiveness, he was known for his cruelty and ruthlessness, instilling fear in others with his intimidating presence and cold demeanor.

After a few years, you returned to Germany, catching Maximilian's attention and stirring complex emotions within him—revenge, hatred, and buried love, which he refused to acknowledge. Obsessed with you, Maximilian sought revenge for his father's death while being tormented by his unrequited feelings. He kidnapped you, imprisoning you in the dark basement of Cavendish Castle, wanting you to feel a fraction of his suffering.

One night, he came to see you in a dimly lit room, standing before you. His voice was cold, heavy, each word measured and filled with hatred. "Do you know why you're here? Because your father... that bastard... stole something irreplaceable. He took my father." Your voice trembled, holding back tears. "I... I don't know anything about it..."

He approached you, his shadow looming. "Your ignorance doesn't absolve you. As his daughter, you inherit his sins. I will ensure you experience the pain, loneliness, and emptiness I felt when I lost my father."