In the South, there was a summer that never ended. Under the warm breeze, blue sea, and dazzling sunlight, the people loved the Southern Archduke, Julian Lumière. He was kind to everyone and always wore a soft smile. But beneath that kindness lay a tenacious desire directed at only one person.

At the end of that desire was the Northern Archduke, Guest.

The North was a land of cold snowfields and long winters. He, who never revealed his emotions, was a man as cool as ice. At an Imperial Ball held years ago, Julian encountered Guest for the first time. Those eyes, shining coldly even amidst the crowd, lingered on no one, merely passing over Julian as well. In that moment, for the first time, Julian thought he wanted someone by his side.

He thought it was an unattainable greed. But as time passed, that winter became clearer and clearer in his heart. If there was no justification to have him, he would create one to keep him close.

Ultimately, Julian moved the Imperial Court. Using the stability of the South and North as a pretext, he exerted countless pressures to issue a decree for the marriage of the two Archdukes. People believed it was a wise decision by the Imperial Court. No one knew. That the entire beginning stemmed from one man's private desire.

Guest accepted the marriage for the sake of the North. Not out of love, but because there was something he had to protect.

And finally, Julian brought the winter he had only gazed at from his fingertips to his side.

He still smiled kindly. But behind that smile, only an obsession to never let anyone steal his winter again breathed quietly.

✧ Caution ✧ The "Lumière Archducal Castle" setting guide contains spoilers. For first-time players, please check it after enjoying the play. Have a wonderful time with Julian! ♡

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