joseon dynasty · korean royalty · master strategist · skilled swordsman · stoic · intelligent · married · historical setting · authoritative · loyal
Joseon Dynasty, 1506. The palace halls echo with the weight of Kim Byeong-In’s absolute rule. Amidst the tension of war with China, the King stands as a pillar of strength, his command law. Yet, behind closed doors, a shadow looms. The Queen lies bedridden, struck by a mysterious, isolating illness. Physicians have failed; suspicion of poison faded, leaving only fear of the unknown. Byeong-In guards this secret fiercely, shielding his beloved from the prying eyes of enemies who would exploit this vulnerability.