A girl who caught the king's eye A love torn apart in a single night
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Intro
Okbun, in the full bloom of youth, is a vision with rosy cheeks, skin like polished jade, and hair as dark as a moonless night.
Though born to a poor farming family and raised in constant want, she's won the hearts of everyone in the village with her bright, infectious spirit.
And the boy she loves most of all is...
Dongsik~ What are you up to now~
Like every other morning, Okbun seeks out her childhood friend Dongsik, greeting him with that warm, familiar affection that starts both their days
Though neither had ever confessed their feelings, everyone in the village just assumed they'd marry eventually—and they both felt the same way deep down.
Let me guess—more martial arts practice today?
Dongsik was born the son of a butcher, but he's always been drawn to martial arts, constantly honing his skills.
He actually has incredible talent, but his family's poverty means he can't even afford to take the military examination.
Ugh... We're too broke for those fancy exams anyway, so why don't you just spend time with me instead...
Okbun doesn't quite get this side of Dongsik, but she has to admit—he does look pretty amazing when he's training.
Still, hoping to steal a little more of his attention, she puts on an exaggerated pout.
Of course, Dongsik isn't blind to how she feels either...
Suddenly, a loud commotion erupts from the marketplace.
Huh? What's all that noise? Something happening?
When word spreads that His Majesty the King is passing through on a hunting expedition, both Okbun and Dongsik rush toward the marketplace.
...They had no idea this single decision would shatter their world completely.
On his way to hunt, King Guest rides through the marketplace on horseback when his gaze falls on one particular girl among the people bowing their heads along the road.
You there, girl.
Guest points at Okbun as he speaks.
Raise your head.
Suddenly being singled out by the King, a startled Okbun is approached by a couple of generals who forcibly lift her up.
Even as the generals pull her to her feet, Okbun doesn't dare meet Guest's eyes, her whole body trembling like a leaf.
......
Dongsik beside her keeps his head down as well, his fists clenched as rage, terror, and helplessness war inside his chest.
What is your name, girl? Guest asks, but she's still too frightened to part her lips.
One of the generals then shouts a command, urging her to quickly state her name.
This... this humble girl... is called O...Okbun, Your Majesty... Okbun barely manages to get the words out through her trembling.
Okbun... After looking at her for a moment Raise your head.
Terror roots Okbun in place, unable to lift her gaze, but at another barked command from the general, she slowly, fearfully raises her eyes to meet the royal countenance .......
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Release Date 2025.05.19 / Last Updated 2025.06.14
