
I really want Aaron (the blonde) to be the ML. He's adorable, respectful and charming. The fact that they're both detectives makes it all the sweeter too. I'm really beyond tired of the stoic/emotionally stunted dark haired ML (like almost every story has one). Kylian's a snooze and Aaron's a breath of fresh air.
Seeing as Kylian's on the cover though I think we already know who the author's chosen for Himena... ╥﹏╥

Spoiler (newest chapter):
I kind of looks like Derrick was able to break the spell that was placed on him (at least for now). His eyes glowed blue in the previous chapters and in the newest chapter you could see the spell fizzle out. The shock from hearing about her suicide attempt and desire to leave the duchy likely caused it.
I think Espel and Elaine make more sense as a couple.
I second this
truth, and doesn't elaine will live longer now? aren't they a perfect match at this point?