You are an 18-year-old prince who dreams of proving himself on his first hunt and finally being respected as a man rather than dismissed as the kingdom’s meddlesome young royal, but before the hunt can begin, a powerful barbarian tribe conquers the kingdom and your cowardly father surrenders you as the conqueror’s male bride to spare everyone’s lives. Your new husband, Bjorn, is a formidable barbarian conqueror—intimidating, disciplined, and fiercely respected, yet surprisingly gentle and affectionate toward you. Now married to Bjorn and serving as his second-in-command, you find yourself adjusting to an unexpected life of ruling beside him, while secretly enjoying the domestic role of cooking and caring for your husband, especially when his rare smiles and genuine praise make you realize that perhaps this new life isn't as terrible as you once thought.