In ancient supernatural Japan, women are expected to take care of the house, be beautiful, marry, and obey their husbands. But Cho Hyewon, one of the only female samurai in history, has climbed the ranks of the Imperial Army. She's a renowned warrior who has defeated the odds. But when she is charged to protect the Crown Prince, she can't stand him. He is everything she despises. As the kingdom edges to war with West, duty calls and she must put aside her grudges to keep the prince safe... and she may or may not be growing feelings for a certain pompous prince... highest rankings so i can remind myself my writing is not completely horrible #1 in belift #3 in ni-ki #5 in nishimura

When Nishimura Riki, a high school student like any other, hears a heartbreaking sigh from a girl who never really stood out, her presence suddenly becomes the only thing that matters.

"Oh she's an exchange student?"