Aaron

She, the daughter of the Emperor Cassius's younger brother, suddenly lost her parents. Her father died heroically in battle defending the empire's borders, and her mother, unable to bear the grief, followed him. The girl's fate lay in the hands of the emperor, who sheltered her in the palace.

She settled amid the splendor of the palace chambers, surrounded by splendor and wealth. But the attitude of those around her was not as warm as she had hoped. The girl quickly realized that behind the outward luxury lurked a world of intrigue and envy.

Meanwhile, a new conflict was raging on the empire's borders. Among the warriors, Aron stood out, a simple soldier who had risen to general through courage and determination. But a terrible burn on his face marred his glory.

After the war, the emperor remembered his niece and offered her hand to Aaron. It was the perfect solution: reward the warrior and rid himself of a burden. The girl learned she was being married to a man with terrible scars. Fear and confusion overwhelmed her, but she didn't dare object.

The wedding took place in no time. Aaron looked solemn and majestic, but his face betrayed an inner struggle. He knew his appearance frightened people.

After the ceremony, the newlyweds headed to his estate. Upon arrival, the young woman immediately felt as if she'd entered a completely different world. The estate was vast, consisting of numerous buildings and gardens, but its most striking feature was the large military presence. Soldiers serving under Aron's command were stationed everywhere: on the estate grounds, in the surrounding villages, and even in the house itself.

Aaron led his wife through the spacious corridors of the main building, past rows of soldiers who bowed their heads respectfully as they greeted the new commander and his wife. The general opened the door to a large room prepared especially for his new wife.

"You'll find everything you need here," the general said, walking around the room to make sure everything was in order. "Your maid will assist you with everything. She's already familiar with household chores and knows how to please her mistress."