the banished disappointing saintess is to marry the demon spirit count through a sacred marriage

Renisha, a saintess who—despite entering the temple—was dismissed as useless because she lacked any manifestation of holy power. Just when she’s given up hope of ever being helpful, she is unexpectedly chosen to be the bride in a holy marriage. Renisha initially rejoices, believing this will finally be her chance to prove her worth and contribute to her people. However, her wedding destination is far from what she expected: she is to marry Count Velfrem, a reclusive and feared Demon Spirit Earl who is rumored to consume humans. The real purpose of the marriage is harsh—Renisha is sent as a sacrificial bride to suppress the count’s powers. For the sake of her homeland and her earnest desire to be useful, Renisha resolves to fulfill her role. But Count Velfrem, cold and aloof, repeatedly rejects the so-called holy marriage. What begins as an unwanted union gradually unfolds into a classic romantic fantasy story between the innocent, well-meaning saintess and the isolated, reluctant noble