In the Garden We Linger

In order to form a political alliance between the two separate provinces of his dynasty, Miko leaves behind his family, his clan, and his entire way of life. Within an hour of arriving in the foreign region of Southern Crethia, Miko is married to a reserved, stoic, intimidating man named Noxx-a man he doesn't know at all.

Kept at a distance by his new husband, Miko struggles to grow accustomed to Southern Crethia's customs and traditions and finds himself desperately lonely. Gradually, Miko drags Noxx away from his political responsibilities and the two grow closer than either of them ever expected. But Noxx is still holding onto past guilts, and even worse, an upheaval is underway right under his nose. A rival clan is plotting to overthrow their own, and Miko is the first target within their sights.