As the author of His Beloved Villainess, this story means everything to me. It’s more than just a romance — it’s about pain, betrayal, and the quiet strength of a woman who was always blamed but never broken. Elira is a “villainess” in name only — her journey from hated noble to a woman determined to uncover the truth is one I poured my heart into. Kael, her loyal protector, wasn’t created to be perfect, but to fight for love in a cruel world. I wanted readers to feel every wound, every choice, every heartbeat. This book is for anyone who’s ever been misunderstood, silenced, or underestimated — and still chose to rise.