Branded a cursed murderer following an unexplained death, Penelope is cast out by the Lockwoods and hunted by her town's vendetta. Yet Crown Prince Tyrion Castro defies every warning against pursuing her, standing resolute in his courtship despite fierce opposition. Together, they excavate buried truths about Penelope's parents' history, unveiling the conspiracy that framed her. As secrets surface and enemies close in, Penelope fights to restore her name while navigating treacherous loyalties and an undeniable connection to the prince.