Anabel Crescent Moon -Jukon no Biki- (Volume)

is the first volume of the Anabel Crescent Moon light novel series, written by Norio Nakai and Illustrated by Inomata Mutsumi. It was released under the Dengeki Bunko Imprint in September 1999.

Synopsis
Scarlet Rock, a fruitful and peaceful country. Princess Annabel Crescent Moon was about to turn 14. On the other hand, there was a female swordsman who appeared in the castle at night. Her name is Marie Luna. Leon, a witch who is interested in her, tries to contact her, but is treated gracefully. Then, during a feast to celebrate Princess Annabel's birthday, a flame of rebellion rises. It was the work of Pale Skin, the captain of the castle's guard. As Annabel escapes, the evil magic of Pale Skin causes a black lizard bruise on her forehead, and the farther she is from her hometown, the more she becomes ill. Annabel embarks on an escape journey, but can she break her curse and defeat Pale Skin?