Shiina Akira

The pitch-black palace where those who have died in the imperial harem make their final visit: the Palace of the Twelfth Month. It is a place that provides the “last meal” in accordance with the wishes of the spirits of the dead. The palace's chef, Lin Hua, prepares meals with care to ensure they can depart peacefully. However, the wishes of her guests are far from simple and to serve them the best possible meal, Lin Hua runs through the harem, where various intentions collide.

When her younger brother Sennett is involved in an accident, Jewel rushes to the Canmore household to ask for help with the surgery costs. In exchange for his support, the Marquis asks her to become his nominal wife. A few years later, the Marquis dies, and his will states that Jewel must "live married to his son, Blake, for two years." If this is not achieved, all of his assets will go to Jewel. Jewel interprets this as a transition period for the new Marquis, but Blake dismisses her as a wicked woman after money and refuses to listen...!? (Source: Ichijinsha, translated)