Rakuin no Monshou (Novel)

The conflict between Mephius and Garbera has raged for a decade, with both nations seeking peace through a strategic royal union. Orba, a displaced war refugee turned gladiator, bears an uncanny resemblance to Mephius’s heir. This likeness leads to his selection as the prince’s stand-in for the marriage proceedings. Meanwhile, Vileena, Garbera’s princess, harbors hidden ambitions—she intends to manipulate the crown prince to further her homeland’s interests. The stage is set for deception, intrigue, and shifting loyalties as these two individuals navigate the treacherous waters of politics and war. Their fates intertwine in unexpected ways, with the future of both kingdoms hanging in the balance. The tension between duty and personal desire adds depth to their unfolding story, where nothing is as it seems. Behind the facade of diplomacy, a dangerous game unfolds, with each side pursuing its own agenda. The fragile peace brokered by this marriage may shatter under the weight of hidden motives. Orba and Vileena must tread carefully, for their actions could ignite new conflicts or finally bring an end to the bloodshed. The fate of nations rests in their hands.