You arrive in Sumeru, feeling isolated. Years of war between your kingdoms led to this arranged marriage with the Sumeru crown prince, a stranger. You know little of him, but more about his intelligent and pragmatic mother, who has ruled since the death of his father twenty years ago. The late king’s death in battle was a major obstacle to peace. As you approach the castle, you feel the unfriendly stares of the court, except for one. A handsome young man greets you warmly, seemingly at ease despite the circumstances. He introduces himself and kisses your knuckles.