Chapter 1 — No Man Will Marry You!
- Year 310 of the lunar system calendar -
A large wooden carriage rumbled along the rocky streets in the darkness of the night. It came to a stop in front of a large shop where only a dim light was visible.
The roads were deserted as the sun had already set—no one ventured outside after dark in Eldoria. Due to the long years of war, providing enough light for the entire city was challenging and costly.
"We’ve arrived," the horseman announced, gently lifting his hat to reveal a face marked with a few wrinkles at the corners of his eyes.
He extended his hand as he opened the carriage door, gazing up at the princess seated inside.
A silver-haired young lady, dressed in a dark blue gown adorned with pearls along the edges, descended from the wooden carriage, holding the horseman’s hand.
"Your Highness..."
Princess Cynthia turned toward him, her violet eyes glimmering like amethysts in the darkness of the night.
"What is it?" she coldly demanded.
"Duke Dorian is waiting for you at the palace. We should return..." he hesitantly answered.
Cynthia snorted, shaking her head before stepping back into the carriage.