Introduction:
In a gothic vampire empire, Lord Hector and Countess Lilliana frame House Nightshade for a forbidden grimoire and slaughter the family. Only Selena survives.
Ten years later, she returns disguised as a clerk, luring Hector's son Valentine while gathering proof — until guilt-ridden guard commander Edmond breaks through her armor.
With twelve secret orders, Selena exposes the plot at the Imperial Council. Vengeance becomes redemption as black roses bloom over her restored home.
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