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7.7OUR SCORE
ManhwaCompletedR15 · our rating

His Majesty's Proposal

by Bloomy; Seunghyun Cha · NAVER WEBTOON · 2021

best for Readers who enjoy a sharp-tongued heroine, an emperor pursuing her after an accidental night together, and a playful royal romance.

Story7.5Art8.0Romance7.7
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Ch. 01 · The story

What it's about

Spoiler level: No — for the synopsis & review below

Penelope Zecalion’s engagement has just fallen apart when a night of heavy drinking ends with her waking beside the emperor. She has no desire to rush into another romance after the disappointment she has suffered, especially one that would make her life a matter of court attention. The emperor, however, wants more than a fleeting encounter. Penelope must decide whether his persistence deserves a chance while keeping hold of her blunt, independent sense of self.

Ch. 02 · Our verdict

My take

Penelope’s temper and plain speaking bring welcome energy to a familiar emperor-courts-reluctant-lady premise. Their different expectations after that first night set up lively friction. The story is strongest when it lets her stay stubborn; readers seeking intricate political fantasy will find that the romantic chase comes first.

— Dawna A.

✓ Read it if…

Penelope has little interest in playing the polished court lady, which gives her responses to imperial attention some bite. The romance turns on whether the emperor can meet her as a person after her broken engagement.

! Skip it if…

The encounter begins after considerable drinking, which may make the opening uncomfortable. The emperor’s persistence is also central, so readers who prefer a more measured or evenly paced courtship may tire of it.

Ch. 03 · The vibe

Story profile

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Ch. 04 · Next up

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