The Flower of Veneration

Following the sudden death of her father, Cecylia Saryan finds herself thrust into a position of immense responsibility as the heir to the Dukedom and the esteemed liege of the Order of Hearthtread. Burdened by grief and the heavy demands of her station, she must navigate treacherous political waters to protect her lineage and keep her House from fracturing under the weight of rival ambitions. Her life takes an unexpected turn when she discovers a young boy hidden away among her late father’s legacy. This child is none other than Crown Prince Ethan, who was widely presumed to have drowned five years prior. With the rightful heir to the throne suddenly brought to light, Cecylia faces a dangerous new dilemma. Now, she must balance the precarious survival of her own House while aiding Ethan in his quest to reclaim the crown that was stolen from him.