In a shocking turn of events, Asher has turned out to be Prince Asterope—Crown Prince of the Empire! Aria’s new ally is a more powerful figure than she imagined, and despite everything that’s happened between them in the past, she can’t help but think fondly of him.

Meanwhile, with Lady Sarah’s engagement to Marquis Vincent right around the corner, Aria makes her first grand entrance into high society. With an admirer of royal background and a soon-to-be Marchioness at her side, the tables are indeed starting to turn...