Hearts of Thorns

In a world where duty clashes with desire, a reluctant young emperor, thrust into power at the tender age of 25, finds himself captivated by the simplicity and purity of a commoner teenage girl. As he navigates the complexities of ruling a kingdom, he must also navigate the forbidden love blossoming in his heart, knowing that the consequences of such a romance could unravel everything he's sworn to protect. Will he choose loyalty to his kingdom or follow the yearnings of his heart?