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
Too Careful
Izan froze, his body stiff as his mind raced to process the revelation. Lord Cavin. The name alone sent a surge of anger through him, but the implications of this alliance, Viviana and Cavin, working together, were even more troubling.
The room was silent save for the faint rustle of fabric as Izan's hands curled into fists at his sides. This was more than he had anticipated.
The air in Izan's chambers grew heavy as Martin began recounting the details of his findings.
A flicker of rage sparked in Izan's eyes, though his expression remained unreadable for the moment.
"When Lord Marius returned to the Whittemore estate without his grandson, Lady Viviana was not pleased," Martin began, standing stiffly near the door. His tone was steady, but the tension in the room made his words feel sharp.
"It seems she doesn't want Orion mingling with Lord Elian."