I Thought I Was the Real Daughter

Selena’s life shatters the moment Sienna, a maid’s daughter, steps forward and declares herself the true heir of Count Estarion. Armed with intimate memories of Selena’s childhood that no outsider should possess, Sienna effortlessly convinces the household of her claim. Overnight, the family Selena cherished turns against her. Her father and brother—once her greatest sources of love and support—grow cold and cast her out of the estate. Even her closest friend and fiancé abandon her without hesitation, leaving her utterly alone and stripped of everything she once held dear. With nowhere left to turn, Selena is unexpectedly rescued by Eideun Calypso, a celebrated war hero who rose from the lowest ranks of slavery. He is the only person who offers her genuine kindness in her darkest hour, proposing an arrangement where she serves as his private tutor in high society etiquette. Yet his sudden generosity raises lingering questions about his true intentions. As Selena navigates this unfamiliar new world, she must unravel the mystery behind her stolen identity, uncover the truth of her origins, and decide whether to exact revenge on those who so cruelly betrayed her trust.