Set against the backdrop of a declining aristocracy, this novel delves into the life of a young woman bound by a solemn promise. Her vow, as beautiful and burdensome as a peacock's tail, dictates her choices in love, family, and social standing. Author Jean Kom Nougheih masterfully explores themes of honor, sacrifice, and the clash between tradition and modernity. Readers are taken on an emotional journey through opulent ballrooms and private heartaches, questioning the true price of keeping one's word in a rapidly changing world filled with complex human desires.