Sixteen-year-old Rilla dreams of becoming a healer. Why else would the Heavens give her a voice capable of healing any illness? But if the palace finds out about her power, she will be chosen to take part in the annual competition where gifted girls compete for a chance to become part of the imperial palace. It’s the last thing she wants, so Rilla hides her power.
However, when her aunt is poisoned, the girl is forced to use her healing ability. That’s how she becomes a participant in the competition, but soon she understands that winning is impossible. With a charming prince and his mysterious bodyguard, Rilla must find a way to escape. If she fails, she’ll spend the rest of her life granting eternal youth to the emperor and his wife.