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
What Matters
Jaxon grinned, leaning back against the headboard. "Good," he said, pulling the blanket around both of them. "Then I'll consider this a win."
Orion shook his head, but the smile on his face was genuine. As the fire crackled softly in the background, he allowed himself to relax, leaning into Jaxon's warmth, finding comfort in the steady rise and fall of his breathing.
They sat in comfortable silence for a while, their breathing falling into sync. After a while, Jaxon shifted, making an attempt to stand. "I should leave you to sleep," he murmured, his voice low, though his reluctance was clear in the way he hesitated.
Orion turned to him quickly, his brows furrowed slightly. "No. Stay," he said softly, catching Jaxon's arm before he could fully rise. "I want you to stay… sleep with me."
Jaxon blinked, his expression flickering with surprise. "Are you sure?" he asked cautiously, searching Orion's face.