From a Beggar to a Bastard
Elian, a beggar with nothing to lose, died tragically, only to awaken in the body of the despised bastard son of a powerful Grand Duke in the Arcanoria Empire. His second chance at life quickly turned into a nightmare when the Grand Duke’s household was executed, and Elian was sold into servitude as a courtesan. In this cruel new existence, Elian crossed paths with Izan, the enigmatic crown prince who harbored dark secrets of his own. As they grew closer, a forbidden love began to blossom, one that could upend the delicate balance of power in the empire and destroy them both. Torn between survival, betrayal and desire, Elian and Izan faced impossible choices. Could they defy the forces threatening to tear them apart, or would the empire crush their love before it even had a chance to begin? --- Warning: This book contains mature themes. Join my Discord server: https://discord.gg/NJJKETf4
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Without waiting for a response, Niko placed a steadying hand on Elian's shoulder, gently but firmly guiding him away.
Orin and Ren flanked them, their glaring eyes never leaving the servants as they moved. Aria, carried the basket of dried clothes, and followed them quietly, her gaze flicking back to the cowering servants as she passed.
The servants' faces were ashen, still kneeling, their eyes wide with fear, but there were no words left for them.
As the small procession left the corridor, the air thick with tension and unspoken words, the servants remained where they were, silent, humiliated, unable to meet each other's gaze.