[Synopsis for the novel, taken from Valerie King's site] **Her heart may long for more…** Judith Lovington escaped a vile man years ago and found sanctuary in a traveling troupe of actors. Fending off the unwanted attentions of rakish gentlemen has become second nature to her. But when Lord Kelthorne begins his assault, never has temptation been stronger. How will she withstand his heated kisses when he represents all that she lost so many years ago and all that she desires now? **But his wicked intentions drive her into his arms…** Kelthorne meant only to have a little fun when he first caught and kissed Judith in his apple orchard. Though intent on mending his ways and marrying a proper young miss, he can’t forget the lovely songstress and sets about to break down her every reserve. As he takes his stolen kisses, however, his clever seductions set to work on his own heart. But will he surrender to love at long last?

Set in the year 1868, Imperial statesman Katsu Kaishuu attempts to avoid a futile conflict with Shogunate forces by sending a message to the highly influential samurai Saigou Takamori. One day, Katsu crosses paths with a high school student named Masaya and a history teacher named Mikako who have slipped back in time from the future. Mikako is attempting to find two other students, Eri and Shintaro, who may have also slipped back in time ahead of them. As Katsu worries about having not received a reply from Saigou, Mikako assures him that the peace talks will indeed be successful and war will not take place in Edo. However, even though Mikako knows exactly what should happen due to her knowledge of history, events begin to take an unexpected turn.

Serialization started in Rutile Sweet no.14 on April 2014.