Betrayal of Deception Stripped of his title as the first prince and cast aside due to false rumors, Magnus Grey thought he had lost everything. Betrayed by those he once trusted, he is forced into a marriage with Alyssia Everhart, the daughter of a powerful Marquis who played a key role in his downfall. But Alyssia isn't the naive pawn she appears to be. Bound by duty and carrying secrets of her own, she shares a hidden strength that mirrors Magnus's determination. Together, they begin to unravel the truth behind the lies, confront the schemes of their enemies, and discover solace in each other's company. As love blooms amidst betrayal, will Magnus and Alyssia rise above the shadows of their broken pasts and reclaim the power stolen from them? Or will the web of deception consume them both?