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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?


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Warning: This book contains mature themes. 

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From a Beggar to a Bastard

The emperor was deeply immersed in reviewing state matters when a knock on his door disrupted the quiet.

"Enter," he commanded, not looking up from his documents.

The doors swung open, revealing Lord Leo and Lord Marius, his new advisors. Both men approached the emperor with a hesitant air, knowing that what they were about to report would unleash his fury. Marius held a sealed scroll, his fingers trembling slightly as he handed it to the emperor.

"Your Majesty, I bring urgent news that requires your immediate attention," Marius said, bowing deeply. Leo stood beside him, trying to mask his satisfaction with a look of concern.

Emperor Arcelius took the scroll, breaking the seal with a sharp snap. As his eyes scanned the contents, his face hardened, his brows furrowing with each passing second. The air in the room grew thick with unspoken tension.

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