One day. That was all Astelle got as the Empress of the empire before the man she loved cast her out. Discarded and divorced after a single night, she left the capital behind, but she did not leave alone. Tucked away from the prying eyes of the court, Astelle has spent the last six years raising the Emperors secret heir in the quiet countryside. She thought she was safe, until the imperial carriage arrived at her door.

Emperor Kaizen is back, and he needs Astelles consent to secure the vital territory of Meilen. He has no idea that the young boy standing beside her is his own flesh and blood. Now, Astelle is forced back into a world of political intrigue and dangerous rebellions, all while playing a high-stakes game of hide-and-seek with the most powerful man in the world.

Every moment is a battle of wits. Every interaction is a risk. How long can a mother keep the truth hidden when the Emperor starts looking at her with a fire she has not seen in years? Experience the heartbreaking and pulse-pounding journey of a woman who will do anything to protect her childs future. This definitive edition even includes 16 extra chapters to satisfy your craving for more of this regal drama.

Manhwa, Romance, Fantasy, Secret Child, Emperor, Empress, Second Chance, Drama, Royalty, Hidden Identity