The Blooming Violet in the Back Garden

Violet, a timid orphan with no allies to call her own, is suddenly thrust into the heart of the empire when she is revealed to be its newly chosen saint. Burdened with a sacred destiny to vanquish the malevolent force known as Malum, she finds herself entirely unprepared for the treacherous world that awaits her. Rather than offering guidance or support, the imperial court surrounds her with contemptuous nobles and manipulative figures of authority, including an emperor and a pope who are driven solely by their hunger for power. Isolated and overwhelmed by the relentless hostility of her new environment, Violet struggles to survive in a labyrinth of political intrigue and betrayal. Yet, amid the cruelty, she discovers an unexpected source of comfort in Ethelmund, the heir of House Ermengart. Recognizing her vulnerability, he pledges his unwavering loyalty, vowing to protect her until the very end. As a fragile wildflower trying to take root in unforgiving soil, Violet must now learn to navigate the deadly currents of the empire. With only Ethelmund standing faithfully by her side, she faces the daunting question of whether she can fulfill her prophesied role before the thorns of the court tear her apart.