Bound by the Mark of Lies (BL) - Chapter 4 - 2.1: Maximilian (1)

... s, casting warm light through the massive arched windows of a manor in the capital. The manor, while grand and historic, had a more intimate atmosphere than the emperor's palace. Damian Orion Lyon, the current Emperor, had taken refuge in this secluded space—a place where he could escape the formalities of the palace and relax. At least, that was the intention.

Damian appeared out of place in the opulent surroundings, dressed in a loose linen shirt and trousers, his dark hair slightly di ...