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After ten years of being engaged to Gilbert Norman, the duke’s son, Lady Seara Elliot, the daughter of a viscount, requests to break off their engagement. Though Seara still loves Gilbert, seeing his cold attitude toward her and how warmly he interacts with other women has convinced her that she is neither loved nor a worthy match. With that in mind, she resolves to step aside. However, to her surprise, Gilbert refuses her request! Bewildered, Seara begins to think about Gilbert’s true feelings and his happiness. She decides that if she cannot be his partner, then she will find and recommend the “perfect bride” to take her place…
Tatsuya Mikazuki, sole survivor of a legendary clan destroyed by imperial forces, lives without memories of his past. After a duel in Seiryu Town draws the attention of Ryu—a rival bound to the same tragedy—buried memories resurface. Their fierce battle reveals shared history, the fall of their clan, and a mysterious figure tied to their fate. The chapter ends with tension eased but unresolved, as both stand at the edge of old wounds and a looming future.
