The story begins with the protagonist, Ralphseine, a former commoner who married into a poor knight's family, finding herself unexpectedly declared the Crown Prince's Consort. This revelation shocks her, as she has no memory of such an arrangement and was raised in a way that prepared her for a life of marriage to a commoner. Ralphseine is the eleventh child of the influential Caliente Marquis family, a prestigious lineage. However, due to the sheer number of children and the exorbitant cost of raising them to noble standards, her family's finances were dire by the time of her birth. Consequently, she was raised in a gardener's cottage on the family's estate, under the care of Baron Kicks and his wife, who treated her as their own daughter. She grew up wild and untamed, excelling in practical skills like hunting and combat, earning her the nickname "Savage."
At thirteen, Ralphseine was brought to the capital for her coming-of-age ceremony. During this event, she met Prince Celmian, who was assigned as her escort. Their brief interaction was marked by her unconventional behavior, including her bluntness and her surprising skill in hunting, which intrigued him. Despite her wild nature, her noble lineage and the Emperor's intervention led to an unexpected proposal from Celmian. He had been captivated by her spirit and her defiance of social norms during the ceremony. Ralphseine, though initially bewildered and somewhat resistant due to her lack of romantic feelings and her desire for a simpler life, eventually accepted his proposal, partly due to her father's approval and Celmian's persistent efforts over two years.
Their wedding was a scaled-down affair due to Celmian's status as a knight, but it was followed by a grand procession and reception that highlighted Ralphseine's noble background. After the wedding, they moved into a surprisingly well-appointed residence in the capital, which Celmian's deceased mother had left him. They soon discovered their finances were strained due to the expenses incurred for their courtship and wedding. Ralphseine, with her practical skills, decided to contribute by becoming a successful hunter, quickly earning a reputation and a significant income, much to Celmian's surprise and eventual admiration.
Their relatively peaceful life was shattered when a summons arrived from the Emperor. It was revealed that Celmian was not just a knight but the Emperor's illegitimate son, and the current Crown Prince, Cainbry, was gravely ill. Celmian was to be recognized as a prince and groomed as the next in line to the throne, with Ralphseine consequently becoming a princess and, potentially, the future Empress. This revelation explained Celmian's hidden past, his well-appointed residence, and the Emperor's unusual interest in his marriage. The Emperor had specifically sought a bride from a high-ranking noble family like Ralphseine's to ensure Celmian's legitimacy and support in his ascension.
The sudden elevation to royalty thrust Ralphseine into a world of strict etiquette and political maneuvering, a stark contrast to her wild upbringing. Her family, initially shocked, pledged their full support, and she underwent intensive training to prepare her for her new role, though her inherent wildness often clashed with the rigid expectations. The narrative concludes with Ralphseine and Celmian adjusting to their new lives as members of the imperial family, facing the immense responsibility of the throne while grappling with the secrets of the past and the uncertain future of the empire.
