Summary
I groomed my childhood friend to become a merciless ruler. In the original timeline, he awakened his cruel nature in Namju, and I died taking responsibility for his crimes—only to wake up ten years in the past. Something must have changed. Determined to survive, I carefully plotted my path to success, but the tyrant I created began showing unexpected tenderness.
“I don’t want the throne,” he declared, a statement he’d never made before. I insisted he follow his destined role so I could return home, but his soft, resolute voice sent shivers through me. “I won’t let you leave… no matter what.” Behind his gentle smile, his eyes held a knowing glint. Did he already understand everything?