Preventing the Making of a Tyrant

Far removed from her former life in Korea, Rayne Haatz now resides within the pages of a fantastical storybook world brimming with marvels. This extraordinary realm is defined by ethereal magic, an aristocracy modeled after the suits of playing cards, and anthropomorphic beings. Yet beneath its enchanting surface lies a grim reality: Rayne’s predetermined fate in this world is death. Fortunately, she is not entirely without allies, as someone seems determined to keep her alive. Now navigating her fourth reincarnation, Rayne is resolved to rewrite her tragic ending. She knows that her own manipulative family is responsible for tormenting Emperor Jaynen with dark nightmares that slowly drive him to madness—a descent into tyranny that ultimately seals her doom. To survive, she must dismantle their schemes before they can corrupt the emperor's mind. However, having already perished three times, Rayne faces a daunting question: has she truly learned enough to outmaneuver destiny? As she executes her plan to protect both herself and Jaynen, her growing feelings for the emperor threaten to unravel everything she has worked so hard to achieve.