Years ago, Rose-Anitra left her home country of Alp D'Montez amidst claims she was an illegitimate heir to the throne. Her bucolic life as a married veteran is shattered when her husband is quickly ravaged by cancer. Newly widowed, she's sought out by an older assistant to the throne. Alp D'Montez needs fresh blood and bold tactics to stay afloat, but the plan to save her homeland involves her marrying Prince Nikolai. Can Rose help save a country while protecting her heart?

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