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An unexpected inheritance thrusts a naive protagonist into a glittering European world of decaying castles and aristocratic intrigue. Believing his sudden wealth can purchase happiness and respect, he soon becomes entangled in a dangerous web of deceit and misplaced loyalties. He inadvertently acquires a dilapidated estate that harbors dark secrets and desperate nobles clinging to their past glory. As his fortune dwindles amidst charming swindlers and a captivating romance, he must awaken to the harsh truth of his situation. The price of his illusions may ultimately cost him everything he holds dear.
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GenreAction and Adventure
Length11 hrs 39 mins
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FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateApr 8, 2026
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1CHAPTER I — I MAKE NO EFFORT TO DEFEND MYSELF
2CHAPTER II — I DEFEND MY PROPERTY
3CHAPTER III — I CONVERSE WITH A MYSTERY
4CHAPTER IV — I BECOME AN ANCESTOR
5CHAPTER V — I MEET THE FOE AND FALL
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6CHAPTER VI — I DISCUSS MATRIMONY
7CHAPTER VII — I RECEIVE VISITORS: She was indeed attended by faithful slaves.
8CHAPTER VIII — I RESORT TO DIPLOMACY
9CHAPTER IX — I AM INVITED OUT TO DINNER
10CHAPTER X — I AGREE TO MEET THE ENEMY
11CHAPTER XI — I AM INVITED TO SPEND MONEY
12CHAPTER XII — I AM INFORMED THAT I AM IN LOVE
13CHAPTER XIII — I VISIT AND AM VISITED
14CHAPTER XIV — I AM FORCED INTO BEING A HERO
15CHAPTER XV — I TRAVERSE THE NIGHT
16CHAPTER XVI — I INDULGE IN PLAIN LANGUAGE
17CHAPTER XVII — I SEE TO THE BOTTOM OF THINGS: "ALINE T."
18CHAPTER XVIII — I SPEED THE PARTING GUEST
19"MARIS TARNOWSY."
20"TARNOWSY."
21CHAPTER XIX — I BURN A FEW BRIDGES
22CHAPTER XX — I CHANGE GARDEN SPOTS
23CHAPTER XXI — SHE PROPOSES: THE END
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