The Crown Princess Scandal
Also known as: Hugung Scandal, 후궁 스캔들, 後宮スキャンダル, Concubine Scandal, ข้าต้องไม่ใช่พระชายา!
by KITROW, Jeong-Hyeon
Victimized by her little sister's trick, Hwa-Yeong heads to the imperial palace to participate in the crown princess selection process. Now she'll have to put up with… six months of palace stay?! No way! As a last resort, Hwa-Yeong tries to do everything wrong to get disqualified and sent home early but instead finds herself in the royals' favor. What's worse, coincidence keeps bringing Shin-Yeong, the Crown Prince, in her way, and now things are becoming more intense and personal for both of them. "You wish to get kicked out now? I'll do everything in my power to see the opposite happen!" Will Hwa-Yeong see her way through these obstacles and return home before six months? (Source: WEBTOONS, edited)
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- 89
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- Manhwa
The StoryHoard editorial verdict
A lively romance-drama about a woman who is pushed into a crown princess selection by her sister, and must survive six months of rivalry and intrigue.
Pros
- Engaging, spirited heroine
- Clear sense of competition and stakes
Cons
- Long run with repetitive contests
- Romance can feel secondary
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Victimised by her little sister's trick, Hwa-Yeong heads to the imperial palace to take part in the crown princess selection process. Now she has to put up with six months of rivalry and intrigue. The premise is a court drama in which a reluctant candidate must navigate a high-stakes contest among rival women.The strength is the heroine. Hwa-Yeong's wry resilience makes her easy to follow, and the palace setting is full of tension and competition. The rivalries are sharp and the stakes feel real.The weaknesses are about the length and structure. The long run includes repetitive contests, and the romantic thread can feel secondary to the politics. Readers wanting a quick romance may find it slow.Recommended for fans of court dramas with a spirited lead. Expect a sharp, competitive read that rewards patience.
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