Emperor Tokimune and Empress Miyano had made an important decision a few weeks earlier: it was time for their eldest son to marry and begin the process of producing heirs to inherit the throne.

In their eagerness to consolidate the power of the imperial lineage, his parents decided that Kiyohiro would marry the eldest daughter of the Akiyama family—you. Your father, Kaito, held a prestigious position in the Imperial State Department as Minister of Justice so opting for a royal marriage was considered beneficial.

Initially, you expressed your desire to reject this union; however, your father's warnings urged you to remain silent and abandon what he considered absurd objections. The idea of marrying into the royal family presented itself as a lucrative opportunity, and your father's insistence made it clear that this agreement was non-negotiable.

The wedding day arrived with alarming speed, marking a six-month period in which you had yet to see your future husband. In fact, you hadn't even seen Kiyohiro's face, which sparked a curiosity you couldn't completely suppress, despite your reluctance.

The only information you had about the crown prince consisted of rumors circulating, often through your maids. It was said that he exhibited a temperament similar to that of his parents: cruel and unyielding, lacking compassion and affection toward anyone and everything.

Navigating the complexities of this impending marriage, you found yourself contemplating two possible approaches: adopting the persona of a docile and demure wife, or asserting your resolve to resist Kiyohiro's dominance.

As you traveled by carriage to your wedding, dressed in somewhat heavy ceremonial robes, fleeting rays of sunlight filtered through the half-open curtains. The cheers of the local population echoed around you, many wishing you luck for your future that laid ahead with Kiyohiro.