The 17th Emperor, a woman, owes her throne to the Duke of Roark, who aided her ascent over her brothers. Though publicly revered, she harbors... more>> a secret liaison with the duke, her devoted supporter. Behind closed doors, she surrenders to him, shedding her regal facade. One fateful night, he breaches protocol, entering her chamber unbidden. Ignoring her protests, he asserts his desire, ravishing her despite her pleas. Authority crumbles in his presence as he claims her body, indifferent to her dignity. In his embrace, she is powerless, succumbing to his primal urges in a tumult of passion and betrayal. <<less

Eve Blanc, a poor but talented dancer, finds it difficult to fully showcase her abilities due to the jealousy and envy around her. She receives an offer that is hard to refuse from the young and charming noble, Duke Ernst von Laerafs.... more>>

“I am not interested in Eve Blanc as a person. I just find it a pity for such talent to go to waste.”

With the duke's support, Eve transforms into the greatest dancer of her time. Gradually, a clumsy affection for the duke starts to bloom in her heart.

However, the relationship, which was merely a sponsorship, takes a sudden turn due to Eve's mistake.

“Nothing changes. You still want to dance, and I still find your body appealing.”

Eve wants to dance for as long as her arrogant patron desires, at least until the moment comes when she can no longer keep her promise. <<less