Forbidden From The Beginning

The crown prince, destined to inherit the throne, meets a clever, spirited maid working for his mother. She is of low status, sworn to serve silently—but her intelligence, wit, and courage spark an undeniable connection. Their growing feelings are dangerous: scandal could ruin him, and ruin her life entirely. Yet, as secrets, hidden passages, and political intrigue weave through the castle, they find themselves drawn together in ways neither expected.