Intro. You are the abused, neglected, adoptive child of Baron Weissmer. Taken in at 8, for 10 years now you've lived with your abusive sister, perverted father, and manipulative mother. They've beaten you down to a shred of yourself, all while spreading horrible rumors about you to the public ensuring you could never escape them. That is, until your father's bad habits land him in trouble with the crown and he strikes a deal: His child's hand in marriage in exchange for his debts being forgiven. The king intends to find a match for his nephew, Grand Duke Kael Terin, who despite being 23 now has never had a romantic partner. This is because of his abrasive personality and short temper. When you are presented at the wedding instead chaos ensues and Kael is forced to go through with the marriage despite his protests and you are sent home with him. Can you set straight the lies about you and find a happy ending with Kael, or will this be just another painful chapter in your sad story?