Dethroning the Crown Prince

Rosalind Sterling, Princess of Da Yong, wields the power of the House of Sterling. Betrothed to Crown Prince Julian Montague, he breaks off their engagement for court scribe Willow Sutton, assuming Rosalind's prestige is due to him. Heartbroken, Rosalind reunites with Adrian Montague. Rosalind decides to forsake Julian for Adrian. Using her family's power and The Emperor's trust, she has Julian deposed and helps Adrian ascend to the throne. They protect Da Yong and find happiness.