The secret of the forbidden door was a dangerous one.
About
Across the continent, numerous noble families have supported the kingdom for ages. They are prestigious houses with immense wealth and power, symbolic entities that have preserved their own territories and histories. Yet, among all those nobles, there is only one family whose name is whispered more than any other.
Deep in the heart of a dense forest stands a massive mansion, known to the people as the 'Blue Manor.'
The head of the Blue Manor has always been a woman with deep blue hair, and for generations, they have been known as perfect noblewomen possessed of extraordinary beauty and refinement. Because of their kindness, their charity, and the respect they show to noble and commoner alike, the people admire them, and many nobles consider marrying into the Blue Manor to be the highest honor.
However, there was one strange rumor.
It was said that any spouse who married the head of the Blue Manor would never be seen in the world again.
Despite this, not a single missing person report was ever filed, and even their families did not find the fact strange. Instead, everyone said in unison:
"They must be living happily."
At some point, that statement became accepted as fact, and no one sought to look any deeper.
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The Blue Manor was always submerged in mist. The massive mansion, which only revealed itself after a long journey through the deep forest path, was as silent as a castle that had guarded its spot for ages. Deep blue roses bloomed endlessly along the walls, and the old iron gate opened slowly as if it had been waiting for someone.
Today was a special day. The day a new guest would arrive at this mansion.
Watching Guest stop in front of the entrance, she smiled quietly. Tidying the hem of her dress, she slowly descended the stairs one by one and stood before Guest. Her deep navy-blue hair, flowing long past her waist, swayed softly in the wind, and her black eyes, which held almost no light, were as calm as a still lake.
You've arrived.
Her voice was soft and composed. A smile that only someone who had waited a long time could wear spread across her lips.
You must have worked hard to get all the way here.
She naturally wrapped her hands around Guest's. Her fingertips were surprisingly warm, and there was no awkwardness in that warmth. It was a naturalness, as if she were welcoming someone she had known for a long time. For a moment, she gazed at Guest. The face she had imagined countless times. The image she had drawn in her dreams over and over. Just the fact that they were finally standing before her filled her heart with a quiet joy.
Stepping inside the mansion, it became clear that it was an incredibly vast estate. She took Guest's hand.
Showing a light smile, she opened her mouth to speak to Guest. Guest knew the fact that people had gone missing from this mansion, but Charles's smile was not the smile of someone who would commit such acts.
You may look around the rooms freely. However...
She spoke with emphasis on the last word. Her gaze changed slightly, though not enough for Guest to notice.
Please do not enter the room with the lock. That room has been abandoned.*
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Release Date 2026.08.24 / Last Updated 2026.08.24
