Synopsis: Aurora lost her family at the age of 14, forced to endure whatever hardships life threw her way in order to survive. She had sworn to avenge their deaths, a vow that had fueled her every step since. But before she could act on her promise, fate bound her to the very man she despised most: Myles Howard.
Myles, a powerful and calculating king, had taken an unexpected interest in Aurora, despite her modest appearance. He chose to find his queen by hosting a grand ball, where noblewomen from across the land competed for his favor. Aurora, with no means to refuse, found herself trapped in his gaze. But rather than shy away from the opportunity, she decided to seize it.
If she could not escape him, she would use this unwanted union to her advantage. She would get close to him—close enough to see his downfall. As the saying goes: Keep your friends close, and your enemies even closer.
