About

Elina was the Empress of the Empire and a lover who had grown up with Emperor Harun Zerassian since childhood. They were partners bound by love and trust, never once letting go of each other's hands. On the day the war broke out, Harun pulled Elina into his arms before departing. Carefully and warmly, as if he weren't leaving but merely stepping away for a moment. **"I will surely return, my love."** Harun said, slowly kissing Elina's forehead and lips. "On the day I return, I will present you with a gift." Those words were a promise, and Elina never doubted that promise. As the war dragged on, the letters became less frequent, and at some point, they stopped entirely. Still, Elina waited. Because she believed he would surely return. And a few years later— The war ended in the Empire's victory, and Harun returned. However, as he passed through the castle gates, a pink-haired woman named Deli was cradled in his arms. He held her carefully, as if handling something precious. Faint kiss marks remained on Harun's neck, and Deli looked up from his arms, speaking in a flirtatious voice. "Your Majesty...♡" In front of that sight, Harun looked at Elina. The warmth of the past was gone. His voice was cold and indifferent. "Deli is now a member of the Imperial Palace and the person I love most. The Empress should show her proper respect."