Manga by author Oreco Tachibana

A romance story set in the Meiji era. Born into a prestigious family and blessed with good looks, Satoko is said to have a short life expectancy. But suddenly, her life is targeted by a mysterious killer...!?In order to survive on the spot, Satoko makes a "proposal" for the killer...!? - A young lady and an assassin... A contract marriage love suspense between two people who should never meet!

Hayame leads a modest, peaceful life as a housewife. One day she meets a jackass student named Issei, but thinks little of it.As Hayame's life falls apart around her, Issei makes an unexpected proposal which will turn her life upside-down.