The Princess’s Bittersweet Marriage to a Doting Commander
Trapped by a generations-old marriage alliance, Princess Yetsune yearns to break free from her gilded cage. Her dream of freedom turns into a nightmare when she makes the reckless decision to embark on an escapade to the kingdom she is betrothed to and falls into a tangled web of forbidden love, political deceit and betrayal. Disguised as a commoner, a chance encounter with Callan, the Empress’s brother brings about a love at first sight that soon turns into a passionate romance. Clinging onto Callan, Yetsune decides to go against her destiny and escape the marriage alliance. But when deceit and betrayal entangles her with the Imperial Princes, she becomes a pawn in a dangerous game of power and influence. With her identity exposed too soon and factions vying for her hand and the power it brings, Yetsune's plan spins out of control. Though her heart belongs to Callan, Yetsune is forced into a marriage of convenience with the Third Prince. Their marriage as well as the military power the Third Prince yields spins her into a web of schemes to obtain the throne. Yetsune must navigate a treacherous path in a court swarming with deceit, betrayals, obsession and romance. Can she reunite with her first love or will she embrace this dangerous marriage with the Third Prince? I will be updating every day so please add to your library for steady updates. The cover is not mine but edited by me.
A sorrowful dance
Rising gracefully from her curtsy, Lady Reani settles onto the cushion closest to the Empress.
"Please accept my sincerest apologies for visiting you so late, Your Majesty," Lady Reani says, "I was preoccupied with overseeing my family's new manor arrangement here in the capital."
The Empress shakes her head, a fond smile on her face. "Such matters should be left to your matron. You're just like your late mother, always putting duty before self." Her voice holds a wistful note.
Just then, a maid enters, pouring steaming fragrant tea into porcelain cups for them both before bowing deeply and taking her leave. The Empress picks up her cup, blowing softly before taking a delicate sip and Lady Reani follows.
As the Empress sets her teacup back onto the lacquered table with a soft clink, she probes, "I am sure the young men in the South are all desperately seeking your hand by now. Have any caught your eye?