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| Original Title | 婦系図 |
|---|---|
| Author | 泉 鏡花 |
| Genre | War & Social Literature |
| Author Type | Male Author |
| Summary | Hayase Chikara, a brilliant but unconventional scholar, enjoys a quiet existence, respected by his former mentor, Professor Sakai, and harboring a hidden affection for Sakai's daughter, Myōko. His serene world is shattered when the formidable Kawano family, driven by an unwavering commitment to lineage and status, proposes a meticulously planned marriage for Myōko. Drawn into a high-stakes conflict, Chikara finds himself battling against powerful societal expectations, the Kawano's ruthless ambition, and the very secrets that bind his own life. As he desperately strives to shield Myōko from a future he believes will crush her spirit, he unearths explosive truths that threaten to dismantle not only the Kawano dynasty but also the honor of everyone entangled. What devastating price must be paid when love, duty, and long-buried betrayals collide in a world obsessed with appearances and family pride? |
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