sun_imperial

Princess Rosemary feels like a wilted flower in her father’s court. Born into a society that places power on a pedestal, her frail body and weak angelic powers only earn scorn from her fellow nobles and icy contempt from her father. Suffocated by mean whispers and rejection, Rose’s gentle spirit eventually breaks, driving her to do the unimaginable– jumping off a bridge on a stormy day. But as she sinks into the water, memories of her brother's kindness renew her will to live. 

Yet, it might already be too late as she's dragged under the current of the raging river. All hope seems lost until a hand reaches in and grabs her– a pair of cold eyes peer back at her. Would their owner bring the salvation she so desperately craves, or a continuation of the emotional torment she has endured since childhood?

Married Off To A Cold Eyed Knight

Before we knew it, the afternoon had come. Anis stirred from her nap, her big purple eyes blinking open as she adjusted to the soft afternoon light filtering through the curtains. I was by her side in an instant, gently rubbing her back as she woke up.

"Hello, sleepyhead," I whispered with a smile, watching as her gaze focused on me, her small mouth curling into a sleepy grin.

Pingui was still nestled under her arm, and she clutched it tightly as she yawned and stretched. "Mama," she murmured, her voice a soft, sleepy melody.

"Did you have a good nap?" I asked, smoothing her hair back from her forehead.

Anis nodded, blinking up at me with those big, curious eyes of hers. "Play?"

I chuckled softly. "Yes, you can play. But first, let's go see everyone. They're all waiting to wish you a happy birthday!"

Chapter 754