The story centers on Angelica, a duke’s daughter whose engagement to the crown prince is abruptly and publicly broken. Though the arranged match was never her desire, she objects to being falsely blamed for the failure of their union. Before she can clear her name, a handsome prince from a neighboring country appears and proposes to her on the spot, beginning an unexpected new romance.

The narrative follows Angelica as she navigates this sudden turn of events, balancing her blossoming feelings with her deeply ingrained personality. As the daughter of a strict duke, she received a rigid princess-like education, which has left her unable to easily express affection or simply say I love you. Her naturally strong-willed and stubborn nature leads her to try and prove her innocence regarding the broken engagement, actions that ultimately set off a chain of events with consequences for the entire kingdom.

A central element of the manga is the contrast between Angelica’s internal feelings and her external behavior. While she is falling for her new royal suitor, her sharp tongue and inability to be vulnerable create romantic complications. The prince, in turn, is presented as a doting partner who must patiently work to understand Angelica’s true feelings beneath her prickly exterior. The story is a fantasy romance that blends sweet, heart-pounding moments with a plot about political intrigue and national salvation.