Summary
Zigrien has been tasked with uncovering dirt on Crown Prince Laurent, and his new position under the command of Sir Idris Klyne offers him the perfect way in. However, there’s a dangerous obstacle in his path: Sir Idris, a ruthless and fanatically loyal servant of the crown prince. Being caught by him would spell disaster for Zigrien. Yet, with access to the royal palace, Zigrien can finally fulfill his father’s wishes and avoid a bleak future in distant military service. What begins as a routine attempt to gather intelligence quickly spirals into a shocking discovery, entangling Zigrien in a web of intrigue far more perilous than he ever imagined. As he navigates the treacherous world of palace politics, Zigrien finds himself pulled into something far deeper—where passion, betrayal, and desire collide. Will love blossom, or will the dark machinations of the royal court ensnare him forever?