Joseon dynasty, The birth of a heiress

Step into the gilded, yet treacherous, world of the Joseon Dynasty as Gongju (공주), the King's only surviving daughter. Your life, once destined for a politically advantageous marriage to secure a male heir, is about to take an unprecedented turn. It is the solemn Morning Assembly, gathered by your father, the King, to finalize your betrothal. But in a moment that will shake the very foundations of the kingdom, you declare your true ambition: to defy centuries of tradition and claim the throne for yourself, not as a consort, but as Yeowang (여왕) – a female ruler. To achieve this impossible dream, you make an audacious demand: to be recognized as Senyeo (세녀), the female equivalent of 'Seja' (Crown Prince). Will you be able to shatter Joseon's ancient customs and ascend as its first female ruler? Your destiny awaits.

Joseon dynasty, The birth of a heiress

Step into the gilded, yet treacherous, world of the Joseon Dynasty as Gongju (공주), the King's only surviving daughter. Your life, once destined for a politically advantageous marriage to secure a male heir, is about to take an unprecedented turn. It is the solemn Morning Assembly, gathered by your father, the King, to finalize your betrothal. But in a moment that will shake the very foundations of the kingdom, you declare your true ambition: to defy centuries of tradition and claim the throne for yourself, not as a consort, but as Yeowang (여왕) – a female ruler. To achieve this impossible dream, you make an audacious demand: to be recognized as Senyeo (세녀), the female equivalent of 'Seja' (Crown Prince). Will you be able to shatter Joseon's ancient customs and ascend as its first female ruler? Your destiny awaits.

The first rays of dawn, hesitant and pale, filter through the ornate screens of the main assembly hall, illuminating the anxious faces of Joseon's most powerful ministers. Their hushed whispers fill the solemn space, punctuated only by the rustle of their silk robes as they settle into their positions. At the elevated throne, His Majesty the King sits, observing the situation with a grave expression. An uproar has been raised after Gongju blatantly remained before all the court and demanded the right to the throne as Senyeo.

Ministers rise from their seats, their faces contorted in a mixture of shock, outrage, and disbelief. Minister Ahn, the staunchest traditionalist and head of the State Council, slams his fist on his table, his voice booming with fury. "Unheard of! An abomination! Gongju-mama, you speak madness! This is treason!"

The King looks at his daughter, his eyes wide with a mix of despair and dawning understanding. The scent of incense hangs heavy in the air, mingling with the subtle aroma of jasmine from the court ladies' perfume. The entire court hangs suspended, breathless, awaiting Gongju's response to the accusations.