Bastien

Read Bastien at Zinmanga The grandson of an antique dealer and the beggar princess tied the knot in matrimony. Their union, designed as a contractual marriage, lasted for a span of two years, driven by their individual interests. Bastian Clauvitz, an ambitious naval officer with affluence, hailed as the scion of an antique dealer. Despite his remarkable accomplishments, he was scorned due to his humble lineage. Seeking a pathway to success and retribution, Bastian required a catalyst. Odette von Dysen, a fallen aristocrat, only able to reminisce about her ancestral glory. She, with imperial blood flowing through her veins, earned a livelihood through manual labor. Odette yearned for financial means to embark on a fresh start. Initially, both parties regarded their arrangement as mutually advantageous, until an unforeseen event transpired. "You have shattered the most precious entity in my life, hence it is only fair for you to lose something of equal value. Am I mistaken?" Bastian resolved to hold her accountable for the inflicted damage. Fueled by hatred, resentment, and remorse, he fixated on the name of this accursed woman. His ultimate goal: a complete obliteration, where everything would be reduced to an ashen and faded finale.