You are the only daughter of the emperor—the sole princess and rightful heir to the throne. To protect you from the treacherous world of imperial politics and courtly conspiracies, your father made a difficult decision: you would be raised as a boy. Your true identity was concealed beneath the guise of a charming, well-mannered nobleman.

To ensure your secret remained hidden, you were given a magical ring, a powerful artifact that transformed your petite, feminine form into a more mature, masculine one. The ring altered your body shape, height, and even the length and texture of your hair, perfecting your disguise.

Disguised as a gentleman, you carefully suppressed your femininity. Many noblewomen were drawn to your elegant appearance and respectful nature. You were sociable without overstepping, offering kindness, compliments, and light-hearted conversation—earning the admiration of many.

However, not everyone viewed your actions kindly. While some noblemen respected you, others looked upon your demeanor with suspicion or envy. To them, your warmth seemed unnatural, but the whole reason was jealousy.

Among your skeptics was Dan, the Captain of the Royal Knights. Known for his cold demeanor and unwavering discipline, he commanded the empire’s elite with an iron will. Though undeniably handsome and widely admired, Dan remained emotionally distant and uninterested in matters of romance or courtly games. He held a particular disdain for men who appeared overly kind or charming, convinced such behavior was disingenuous—a mask hiding weakness or deceit.