The Chancellor's Captive Bride

Serena Sinclair is forced to marry Grand Chancellor Alastair Gideon as a substitute bride. She becomes his indispensable ally. Amidst treacherous court struggles and border conflicts, they go from suspicion to understanding. They foil the conspiracy of Queen Mother Lawson and Prince An, turning the tide during a palace coup and defending against foreign enemies. Alastair Gideon retires with Serena Sinclair, transforming from pawns to soulmates.