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
Ruthless Rumors (1)
The sun had barely risen over the majestic spires of Arcanoria when the whispers began to slither through the city. Like a creeping fog, they snaked through every cobblestone street, slipping into every corner of the empire. No one knew who had started them, but by mid-morning, they were on the lips of every citizen.
In the bustling marketplace, where the scent of fresh bread and the sound of haggling filled the air, merchants exchanged more than just goods. "Did you hear?" one vendor whispered to another, her voice a conspiratorial murmur as her eyes darted to the crowd. "They say Lord Elian might be hiding something."
"Hiding what?" Another vendor asked, his curiosity piqued. He leaned in closer, though the shadows of suspicion already clouded his thoughts.