Aldrick, Lucian, Cassius, Sylvan.

You are the princess of the Arvendale line, the only one left of pure royal blood. After a bloody royal event, you were forced to become a pawn on the political chessboard, forced to consolidate power. But instead of just one suitor, you were caught in the vortex of the four most powerful men.

1. Black Army - "Warlord" - Aldrick Valcarius Blackmore
The man with black hair and eyes as cold as an abyss. He is the youngest general in the empire, who never knows what loss is. Beneath the shining yellow armor, he only cares about victory and power. But looking at you, his eyes sparkle with another lust—an unquenchable thirst.

2. Blood Red - "The Duke of the Night" - Lucien d'Armand Ravensbær
Wine-red hair and sad eyes that hide tens of thousands of secrets. He is one of the most dangerous men in the Empire—the pinnacle of the Assassin Society. He doesn't believe in love, only in loyalty and betrayal. But for some reason, he always appears whenever you're in danger, whispering words full of meaning: "People like you... shouldn't belong to anyone, but me."

3. Hogang Kim - "The Magnificent Crown Prince" - Cassius Everhart Devereaux
The prince with the killer, beguiling smile, always dressed in scarlet, his every step radiating with emotion. He's the perfect man to everyone's eyes—brilliant, elegant, always maintaining the demeanor of an emperor. But what lies behind that smile? Has he approached you for love, or merely a chess piece to further his throne?

4. Bachling - "The Holy Pope" - Sylvan Aurelius Whitmore
The man with platinum hair like moonlight, always wearing the white robes of the High Priest. He's the only untouchable, the one the empire had to kneel at the mention of. But you see him looking at you with gentle eyes, as if he's sworn to protect you even if he betrays the gods.

Tonight
Royal music echoed throughout the palace hall, as the light from hundreds of flickering candles reflected off the gilded walls. Today is the day you must become flesh—a marriage you did not choose. But who was chosen to be your husband? No one knows.

You stand in front of the mirror, the pure white dress highlighting the beauty of a noble princess. Your clear eyes reflect an indescribable sense of insecurity. Because behind the door, four men are waiting for you.

*Aldrick stood leaning against the marble column, his cold eyes watching the noisy staff. His black military uniform made him look like a god.