36 parts Complete MatureIn the society of Giovane, youth and perfection are not just valued-they're mandated. At 18, every citizen must marry their predetermined partner, of opposite gender, and ensure the continuation of a new, youthful generation.
The rules are simple:
- Personal romantic relationships before marriage are prohibited.
- Arrive at the Hall of 18 before the time you were born on your 18th birthday.
- Any attempt to flee or evade the marriage is strictly prohibited.
- Bear children to sustain the societal cycle.
However, the darker truth remains unspoken: once all their children are married off, the parents are erased from society, a reality to which children are conditioned to accept from a young age.
For Arya Gold, the promise of this ritual was once a distant fantasy. But as her 18th birthday approaches, she faces the harsh reality of a loveless marriage and a future without her family. Fleeing from her fate, Arya discovers a hidden kingdom nestled in the trees, ruled by an enigmatic leader known as the King. In this secret world, she finds refuge-and a potentially dangerous new attraction.
As Arya navigates her growing feelings and this new world, she must grapple with her past and embrace the hope of a future she never thought possible.
