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
Father's Disappointment
The air in the corridor outside Izan's chambers was tense as the Emperor followed Dillion in silence.
The sound of their footsteps echoed ominously, a slow, deliberate rhythm that made Dillion's heart race with anxiety. He had done all he could. Now, it was up to Izan. As they approached the door, the guards stationed there snapped to attention, bowing deeply as the Emperor passed.
Dillion paused at the threshold, he gave the room a final, desperate glance chosen to remain outside. His gut twisted with dread, he hoped against hope that Izan would be able to calm the storm of his father's fury. He had never seen the Emperor like this, so visibly consumed by anger and disappointment.