The Abandoned Empress. Volume 3

Thanks to the boisterous Carsein and the new bodyguards of Emperor Aristia, she gradually forgets her despair and learns to smile again. But when an unfortunate invitation to the celebration of the heir prince's coming of age comes into her hands, and her father - her main support - is still absent from the capital, a looming and frightening prospect looms before her. Now she must stand before the formidable emperor alone, without support and protection, and publicly announce her choice, which will determine her entire future. If only someone were nearby... the only friend she could confide in and open her heart to...