I Heard the Baby's Thoughts and Conquered the Night Duke

Broke student Sophia wakes in a Black Forest castle, facing death by Duke Louis—until two gifts awaken: hearing little ones' thoughts, sensing hidden flaws. Pardoned as castle steward, she earns his devotion—and a Blood-Oath Ring commanding deathsworn. Emperor Alexander uncovers her secret—to own her. Can she and Louis flip his trap?