The Princess's Rogue Swordsman

Princess Anya Sterling disguises herself as a man and hires rogue Leo Hale to escort her north. Deadly assassination attempts plague their journey: Leo protects her with his swordsmanship, while she uses her strategies. Romantic feelings grow between them. After they reclaim the throne, the princess takes off her male disguise. Leo holds the silver payment bag, only to realize their emotional debt can never be settled.