Synopsis: Surviving as the Illegitimate Princess

"Do not dismiss me on account of my age. Despite my appearance, I have lived through ten lifetimes!" proclaims the young one. I am the product of an affair between a war hero named Paeon and a princess who bore my burden before passing prematurely. Nine times I have perished tragically, but my discovery of my biological father has renewed my zest for life. Paeon's bravery and prowess are renowned throughout the continent, having even vanquished the demon king and the mightiest of holy knights. Yet despite his victory, he abandoned me to the cruelties of the royal court, which I intend to subvert with my own strength. I have spurned him, vowing to achieve supremacy and flee this despicable state. In the course of my preparations, I met the demon king's son Leo. Far from his father's conceit, he was locked away in captivity, and I tended to him covertly. "Asha, you must not become betrothed," he warned. "Whatever for?" I retorted. "Because I will always take responsibility for you." "What?!" "We spent the night together." What could this prince possibly mean? I am the result of a taboo relationship between a paragon and a princess. Meanwhile, a foreign prince is attempting to forge another forbidden attachment. Can the hapless princess with the aid of these two alter her destiny?