This One Is Useful. I'll Kill Him Another Day

Down-on-her-luck noblewoman x scheming power broker

Sharp-tongued, ruthless, and quick to flare up x a roguish, innocent, sword-loving puppy

Two formidable, ruthless schemers: they conspire to dominate the court and the country while looking for a chance to take each other out.

Theme: Everything that happens works in my favor.