This story began long ago, in a timeline no one remembers.
A forgotten heir.
A fallen prince.
An adopted noble.
A boy seen as both a threat and a blessing.
This is the story of a withered rose—its beauty lingering, even as it fades.
Abyssals. Primordials. Existentials.
Everyone tried to stop it. But the prince’s gambit had already begun.
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Vesper, the adopted son of a Grand Duke, lives a quiet life within noble circles. But during a noble academy event, everything changes.
A mysterious man appears with a strange offer: if Vesper wants to protect what matters most to him, he must help bring down the Royal Family. In return, the man promises to make one of Vesper’s deepest dreams come true.
After witnessing the man’s terrifying power, Vesper realizes he has no choice.
Now, he must navigate a dangerous path—one filled with secrets about his past, political tension, and an empire teetering on the edge. As he digs deeper, Vesper begins to uncover truths that could shake the very foundations of the world.
The game has already started.