The Crown Princess Audition

As the daughter of a noble house, Apple Arden is destined to represent her family in the prestigious Crown Princess Audition. However, her path takes an unexpected turn when a mysterious girl named Rose appears at their estate. Seeking adoption into the Viscount Arden household, Rose hopes to secure her own opportunity to compete for the title of crown princess. When the family declines to adopt her, she proposes an alternative: purchasing their candidacy outright. Lured by her generous offer, the Ardens agree to the arrangement, effectively selling Apple’s birthright. Stepping aside from her original role, Apple assumes the position of Rose’s lady-in-waiting, pledging her full support as the newcomer enters the auditions. Yet, beneath this cooperative surface, an unsettling shift has taken hold of the household. Ever since Rose crossed their threshold, Apple cannot ignore the bizarre and uncharacteristic behavior of her relatives. As she dedicates herself to backing Rose's campaign for the crown, Apple is left grappling with a deeply troubling mystery—what exactly has changed within her family, and what is the true nature of the stranger who so effortlessly bought her place?