雪と墨

Neneo, a man burdened by a dark past, faces public condemnation for a grave crime. A noblewoman purchases his life, sparing him from execution. She commands Neneo to serve as her attendant on a journey to a remote, frigid region. Both outcasts in their own way, they share a strained yet evolving bond. Their travels expose them to harsh landscapes and societal scorn. Neneo grapples with his guilt while navigating his new role. The noblewoman carries her own unspoken burdens, tied to family and status. Encounters with others reveal fragments of their histories. Trust builds slowly between them as they face shared challenges. Their path tests resilience and reshapes their understanding of each other. (Unreviewed summary by Grok 3)