The Top Scholar Is a Live-In Husband

Three years after faking her death to protect Ian, Zoey, heiress of the powerful Spence family, faces pressure to marry and secure her inheritance. Ian returns as the top scholar just as Zoey chooses her husband by throwing a ball—and fate lands the choice in Ian's hands. Under the guise of an investigation, Ian moves into the Spence estate, risking everything to protect Zoey. Together, they expose a conspiracy involving Zoey’s treacherous uncle and Prince Nathan. Ian sacrifices his court career to marry Zoey, who saves her family legacy and earns royal favor. Their long-awaited reunion ends in love and triumph.