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
Public Trial
The morning was thick with tension, a solemn silence draping over the empire as its citizens poured into the main square. Nobles and commoners alike stood shoulder to shoulder, their faces painted with a mix of disbelief, rage, and, for some, grief. For the first time in memory, there were no social distinctions; all were here to witness the disgrace and punishment of those who had once held power and influence in their lives.
Izan stood on a raised platform in front of the grand palace, his figure tall and resolute. His gaze was steely, devoid of pity as he looked over the gathered crowd. The emperor, unable to bear the sight of his wife and son's degradation, had left this grim task to him. Izan had accepted, knowing the empire's faith in justice depended on it.