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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

Orion strode towards the dungeon, his steps steady but his mind clouded with anticipation. Jaxon walked beside him, quiet as always, but his presence was grounding. When they reached the entrance, the guards stationed there straightened and bowed slightly.

"Lord Jaxon. Lord Orion," they respectfully greeted them.

Jaxon nodded in acknowledgment but stopped short of following Orion inside. He folded his arms and leaned against the wall.

"I'll wait here," Jaxon said calmly, his eyes fixed on Orion.

Orion turned to him with a soft sigh, already knowing what this was about. "Jaxon, we're married now. You shouldn't keep avoiding meeting her."

Jaxon gave him a faint, almost wistful smile. "I'm not avoiding her. I just don't want to ruin this for you. She's... still adjusting. It's better this way."

Orion tilted his head, his gaze warm but firm. "She's not the same person she used to be. You know that. Just give her a chance."

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