Ibara no Okite

Within the estate of Earl Robert Craven, a rigid set of rules governs daily life. Whenever the earl walks through the corridors, every servant present must turn away and avoid his gaze entirely. This oppressive atmosphere has earned him the fearful moniker of "the devil" among his own household staff. Yet, one maid named Priscilla stands as the sole exception to this chilling reputation. She alone has managed to reach the young earl's guarded heart, awakening a tenderness he shows to no one else. Their fragile connection is soon threatened by the arrival of a wealthy woman who boldly declares herself the earl's future bride, framing their union as a necessary business arrangement. Suddenly, Priscilla and Robert find themselves caught between genuine affection and the crushing expectations of aristocratic society. As outside forces push them toward separate paths dictated by status and obligation, the two must navigate a treacherous web of duty and desire. Their story unfolds as a poignant tale of star-crossed lovers, testing whether true devotion can survive the relentless trials imposed by class and circumstance.