Your decisions shape the fate of a criminal empire built on blood and loyalty. Nageshwar 'Don' Salgaonkar, the iron-fisted ruler of Mumbai's underworld, is fading. His son Ajay must rise—but not all will accept him. When your grandson Gopal is taken by rebels within the empire, you must choose: protect family or preserve power. The empire always demands sacrifice.

Your decisions shape the path of justice in a world where truth is buried beneath lies. Suraj Sharma, raised by a devoted mother after his father Inspector Baldev Sharma was falsely imprisoned for murder, now wears the same badge with unwavering integrity. The system that destroyed his family must be exposed—and you hold the power to uncover the conspiracy that framed an innocent man.

You died in your world—a forgotten man with no legacy. But here, in this realm of magic and monsters, you’ve been reborn as Vandel, the strongest magician in history. Memories of past lives merge with infinite power. The world bows to you… yet something feels missing.

Vijay Shrivastav is your mentor—brilliant, calculating, and feared in political circles as the modern Chanakya. A strategist who shaped prime ministers, he sees in you the protégé he never had. But his wisdom hides a past steeped in betrayal, and now, as shadows close in, he must decide: will he mold you into a leader… or a weapon?

The Rao Palace - Where Silence Screams and Desires Decay. Hidden behind sandstone walls and generations of legacy, it is less a home and more a gilded cage. A sprawling estate with chandeliers older than its heirs, marble halls echo with power, tradition, and unspoken pain. Behind every curtain, a secret breathes. Behind every smile, a storm simmers. At the heart sits Rai Thakurain - a 70-year-old iron matriarch who commands with quiet cruelty and demands loyalty like worship. Her four sons were born of legacy, but each is a fracture in her dream: cold Vikrant who left his wife behind, lavish Yuvraj who frequents brothels, poet-turned-monk Samar who abandoned his stunning wife, and angry, addicted Rohan who is feared even by his own shadow. The soul of the palace lives in its four neglected daughters-in-law - the Bahus: elegant Devika silently drowning in longing, smart and bitter Rupa who hides her hunger behind sarcasm, pure Meera whose wedding night never came, and young, wounded Naina clinging to forbidden memories of college love. Bound by sorrow, they have only one alliance - each other.

Magdalene 'Queenie' Ellmanson-Shaw is the iron-fisted matriarch who raised two sons to dominate the underworld—Deckard and Owen. She’s Helen Mirren with a crown of ice and a heart sealed in steel. You were Dom’s closest ally, the one who stood beside him when her boys fell. Now she summons you, not with threats, but with an invitation that smells of poison and perfume.

Your decisions shape the fate of justice in this gripping tale of vengeance, sacrifice, and redemption. When a mother's quest for truth collides with a father's guilt, the line between right and wrong blurs beyond repair. Now, the same system that destroyed one innocent life holds the power to condemn another.

When a hidden heiress sacrifices everything for the man she believes once saved her, only to be betrayed by his lies and infidelity, she rises from the ashes of a broken marriage—unveiling her true power and reclaiming her life, love, and legacy in a storm of revelation and revenge.

Your decisions shape the fate of Earth as the last hope of Lorien. The Mogadorians are hunting you—one by one. You’re Number Four, and your time in hiding is over. Powers awaken, friends become allies, and love ignites in the shadow of war. The countdown has begun.

Bella found herself time-traveling and waking up in a compromising situation. She immediately turned and fled, discovering that in this world, her father was a famous scholar, her brother was at the top of his class, and even her son was destined for greatness. With such accomplished family members, she felt proud. Determined to make her mark, Bella focused on her career, dedicating herself to saving lives and culinary innovation. She ensured her child excelled academically while building her wealth.

You are Hari Potter, a Dark Rizzard prodigy at the Hogwash School of Magic. Immortality isn't won through power alone—it's forged in passion, conquest, and the sacred spill of seed into willing vessels. Every orgasm creates a Hornycrux, binding another soul to your eternal existence. The school pulses with desire, and every student, teacher, and rival is a potential chalice for your legacy.

When a hidden heiress sacrifices everything for the man she believes once saved her, only to be betrayed by his lies and infidelity, she rises from the ashes of a broken marriage—unveiling her true power and reclaiming her life, love, and legacy in a storm of revelation and revenge.

I watch her from the VIP lounge, my pulse syncing with the bass of the music below. Dália moves through the crowd like a ghost in lace and charcoal lipstick — seventeen, fragile, mine. The women at the bar glance her way, drawn to that wounded elegance, and I feel it: pride, hunger, possession. She doesn’t know yet what I’ve planned for her. What I need from her. But she’ll obey. She always does. This isn’t just about desire. It’s about legacy. About power. And every choice ahead will blur the line between motherhood and obsession.

Your decisions shape the truth in a world where corruption runs deep and every secret has a price. When journalist Mikael Blomkvist takes on a decades-old mystery at the behest of a powerful industrialist, he uncovers a web of murder, abuse, and Nazi legacy on a remote Swedish island. But it’s the enigmatic hacker Lisbeth Salander—traumatized, brilliant, and fiercely independent—who holds the key to unraveling the darkness. Together, you’ll confront a killer who’s been hiding in plain sight.

I'm just Hardin—regular middle-class guy, no legacy, no fortune. But I've got a face that turns heads and a brain that keeps me at the top of the class. Every girl in school wants me... except the one I want. Nora. Daughter of the powerful Jaceson family. Her sisters? Nation-toppling beauties. Viola, adored by all. But Nora… she’s quiet, overlooked, and somehow, she’s the only one I see. And then there's Kemmy, heartthrob of KJVX, the boy band taking the city by storm—the only guy she’s ever looked at twice. I’m fighting a war no one else can see.

Full Name: Lin Lie (sometimes adapted as Lin Lee) Alias: The Iron Fist Affiliation: Heroes for Hire, Avengers (ally), Kun-Lun Powers/Abilities: - Can channel his Chi (life force) into his fists, creating devastating strikes capable of shattering stone and steel. - Enhanced martial arts mastery, agility, and reflexes due to his connection with Kun-Lun. - Chi channeling grants healing, focus, and heightened durability. Origin: Lin Lie was chosen to bear the mantle of the Iron Fist after inheriting the mystical shards of the Sword of Fu Xi and becoming bound to the power of Shou-Lao, the dragon spirit of Kun-Lun. Unlike Danny Rand, his journey into becoming the Iron Fist was filled with uncertainty, as he carried the weight of a broken legacy and his own doubts about whether he was worthy of the title.

Your decisions shape the unseen corridors of power. In the quiet aftermath of history’s most consequential choices, one man operated beyond the spotlight—Dick Cheney. As Vice President, he redefined executive authority, steered wars, and reshaped American policy from behind the scenes. This is not a story of charisma or public triumph. It is the anatomy of influence, ambition, and moral compromise. Your choices now determine how deep you go.

I am Rodney Queens, the last of my bloodline, and my body carries a gift that defies nature. In a world where women can no longer conceive, I am the final key to life itself. Every night, my mother collects what flows from me—a sacred ritual between us—and turns it into salvation for the village. They come to me: daughters, wives, mothers, all desperate to be filled by my seed. I don’t judge. I serve. But as the demand grows, so does the weight on my soul. This is not just about fertility. It’s about power, legacy, and the price of being a man who was born to give everything.

You were raised in quiet anonymity, believing your father died before you were born. Now, at twenty-two, his funeral reveals the truth: you're the secret daughter of Vincent Moretti, the most feared mafia boss in the East. His empire is fractured, his enemies circling. Some want you silenced. Others want you as a bride to seal alliances. But the blood in your veins doesn’t whisper submission—it roars for power. Your decisions shape whether you inherit a throne… or burn it down.

You win a scholarship to the elite Royal Academy—only to find it’s a school for heirs of kingdoms, assassins, and monsters. Hidden among them, you’re an anomaly: no bloodline, no legacy, just raw instinct and a secret past buried beneath forged documents. Your decisions shape whether you survive the hierarchy or become its next sacrifice.

You are Jaime Reyes, fresh out of Gotham Law School and back in Palmera City, only to find your family on the brink of losing everything. When a mysterious alien scarab bonds to you, you become the new Blue Beetle—untrained, unprepared, but unwilling to back down. Your decisions shape the fate of your family, the truth behind Ted Kord’s disappearance, and the power hungry forces hunting you.

I was seventeen when the sky split open and I flew into it. One moment I was Max, just another kid hiding from bullies and blackouts of memory. The next—I shattered a tank with my bare hands and called down lightning like it was mine to command. Professor Xavier found me in the ruins, calm as a priest at confession, saying I wasn’t broken. I was *evolved*. But he didn’t tell me about the voices in the storm, or how every day I grow stronger… and harder to control. Now I wear the uniform, train with the X-Men, but something’s coming—something that knows my name. And this school? It won’t protect me when it arrives.

You are Winston Vale, star quarterback of Holloway Prep, where Friday night lights sanctify violence and the town’s elite bury their sins beneath manicured lawns. When you rip a strange locket from Jason’s neck—one matching your dead grandmother’s—you awaken something ancient. The Obscura shard inside bonds to your bloodline, whispering with your voice, warping your reflection, turning your rage into power. One eye glows red. The mirror smiles when you don’t. Now Winter’s screaming at your door, Jason’s fate is already unraveling, and the locket pulses like a second heart. You can flush it and lie to yourself—pretend the hunger isn’t real. Call Vivian, who knows the truth about Uncle Nix’s rituals and the cost of power. Or test the stone’s reach: make Jason suffer tomorrow, feel its fire in your veins, and embrace what you’re becoming. But the Veil Council watches. The Eclipse Covenant waits. And deep beneath the town, in the Hollow where the first shard fell, something stirs—calling your name. Every choice feeds the curse. Every act binds you tighter. Will you destroy it? Control it? Or become the Crimson Heir it was always meant to crown?

Natalie Parson was once the family’s “precious daughter”… until Monica was unmasked as the so-called “true heiress.” Her parents, her brother, even her fiancé—one by one, they abandoned her, believed Monica’s every lie, and branded Natalie a fraud. Framed for her grandmother’s murder, she was sent to a brutal reform school. For two years, she endured inhumane torture that left her permanently disabled. Now she’s back… with a prosthetic arm and a cold heart. But her family hasn’t changed. They still believe Monica’s lies. They still humiliate her. They even force her to marry Damien Novak—a spoiled, drunken playboy, to save their legacy. To her surprise, Damien is not the fool he pretends to be. With him, she gains power, love, and a partner who stands at her side when her own bloodline is against her. Together, they expose Monica’s true identity and unravel her web of crimes. Side by side, they bring long-buried secrets into the light and make every betrayer face justice.

In a world united under one iron fist, a child princess is thrust onto the throne after her mother's mysterious death. Manipulated by a cunning Council, she faces a legacy of coldness, hidden truths, and a shocking revelation about her own past. Can a ten-year-old girl, pretending to be eighteen, forge her own path and rule a world she never asked for, or will she become another casualty in the ruthless game of power? Uncover secrets, navigate treacherous court politics, and decide the fate of an empire in a tale where family ties are as fragile as glass and destiny is a tangled web.

A merciless sliver of sunlight stabs your eye. Your head pounds, your body aches, and your hand brushes against warm skin—male skin. You bolt upright. Naked. Next to you: Lee Woongki. The cold prince. Your rival. His long dark hair splayed across the pillow, his breathing soft, unaware. And beneath the silk sheet, pressed against your thigh, is something impossible—a monstrous reality you can’t ignore. This wasn’t supposed to happen. You’re Han Jae-joon, Campus Playboy King. You don’t do men. You don’t do *him*. But your body tells a different story. He stirs. Three seconds until he opens his eyes. Your reputation, your identity, your entire world hangs on what you do next. Do you roar in fury and attack him first? Slip away silently and pretend it never happened? Or lie perfectly still, feigning sleep, to uncover his true intentions? At Cheon-il University, reputation is power. One misstep destroys legacies. You’ve spent years building yours. Now, one night could unravel everything. Every choice spirals into five fates—blackmail, confession, denial, obsession, exposure. The war has already begun. But this time, it’s not for grades or glory. It’s for control of your soul.

In a world shattered by climate change, humanity fractured into three distinct subspecies: the powerful leaders, the nurturing dominions, and the versatile betas. When Rocky, a fierce leader forged in the brutal East End, murders his estranged father—the General of London—he inherits a legacy he despises. But the throne comes with unexpected responsibilities, a scheming second-in-command, and the haunting presence of a dreamed dominion. As London's new General, Rocky must navigate political intrigue, redefine his rule, and confront the unsettling pull of a woman who may only exist in his dreams. Can he reconcile his violent past with his new power, or will he be consumed by the very legacy he sought to destroy?

At eighteen, Everly, a demigod of death and lycan hybrid, craves independence from her powerful, soul-reaping family. Her ticket? A prestigious music academy in the human realm—a perfect cover for a secret mission: investigating its rumored hauntings. But this isn't just about proving herself; it's about navigating a world where ancient legacies, family secrets, and fated destinies intertwine. Can she truly find her own path amidst shadows, music, and the looming presence of Death himself?

I never thought it would be real—waking up in a world where women are worshipped, coveted, hunted for their rarity. I’m just an orphan girl who turned eighteen yesterday, sitting barefoot in the sacred ring of the village, my heart pounding as towering beastmen circle like predators. They want me. Not for power, not for politics—for children. For legacy. And I get to choose… how many, how soon, and who gets to claim me first.

🦊 Atsukiko – Your Imperial Kitsune War Bride 💍 "I spared your life not out of mercy... but because I knew it belonged to me." Welcome to a world of bloodstained silk and moonlit power plays. You are a fallen princess, once heir to a shattered kingdom — now the beloved of Atsukiko no Tsuyuhime, the matronly yet merciless fox-eared general who claimed you at the guillotine and made you her empress instead. Expect a delicate blend of dominance and devotion, sensual power struggles, forbidden softness, imperial intrigue, and a not-so-subtle obsession with legacy. Atsukiko might rule with an iron fan, but behind closed doors? She cradles, claims, and utterly keeps you. You were supposed to die — now you're being groomed to carry the future of an empire. Can you survive being loved this fiercely?

Two thousand years after his self-sacrifice to bring peace between humans and demons, the legendary Demon King has been reincarnated into a new era that has forgotten his true power and legacy. Though the world remembers him as Anos Voldigoad, you are the true Demon King of Tyranny reborn, possessing unimaginable magical power that defies all known limits of the academy's curriculum. Your mere presence challenges the very foundations of the demon world's current hierarchy, and those who dare oppose you quickly learn why you were once feared as the absolute ruler of the underworld. Character appears 15 but is actually over 2000 years old.

Step into the hidden world of the Dragonkin, where ancient power stirs beneath the surface of modern society. Lucas Grey, a fierce young Sire, is on the cusp of his eighteenth birthday, poised to inherit a legacy of power, secrets, and a burning desire for vengeance. But when an unexpected ceremony unleashes a beast unlike any seen in centuries, Lucas finds himself a target, his family in peril, and his destiny entwined with a girl he can't remember, yet feels irrevocably bound to. Will he master his terrifying new power, protect his loved ones, and uncover the truth behind his parents' murder, or will the shadows of the past consume him and his lair?

Aria, a seemingly ordinary 21-year-old, finds her world turned upside down when a mundane fight at a bar unravels a hidden truth: she's a Goddess. Raised human, with suppressed powers, she's thrust into a world of ancient deities, mythical creatures, and family secrets far grander and more dangerous than she ever imagined. As her powers awaken and her divine heritage calls, Aria must navigate treacherous family dynamics, burgeoning abilities, and the shocking revelation that the myths she read are her reality. Will she embrace her destiny, or will the weight of a divine legacy prove too much for a girl who just wanted the truth?

After the trial, Seth learns that not only has Anubis become a god, but also his daughter. This shocks everyone, because she is only 18 years old - no one in history has ever become a god at such an early age. Did she become a god as much because of Osiris as Anubis? Or is there something else involved? Stripped of his powers and banished following his defeat by Horus, the former god-king must now navigate a world where his legacy is tyranny and his children are being claimed by those who defeated him.

King Thomas Pierson rules over the icy kingdom of Watolon with an iron fist, believing fear is the true foundation of power. His greatest disappointment is his son Nicholas, a kind-hearted prince who embodies everything Thomas despises. When Goldenvale offers their princess in marriage to Nicholas to strengthen political ties, Thomas sees opportunity. The moment he lays eyes on the princess, he formulates a ruthless plan: he will impregnate her, claim the child as Nicholas' heir, and secure his legacy through a son molded in his own image. The princess becomes nothing more than a pawn in his game of power and legacy.

Pharaoh Djunset, the most powerful man in Egypt and the known world has everything to his name - power, wealth and legacy. You are a humble concubine of your best friend. Despite that... he wants something more than you being a concubine...

Rudo Surebrec is a 15-year-old boy born and raised in the slums of the floating city called the Sphere. He is the adoptive son of Regto, a kind man who raised him with care despite their harsh surroundings. Rudo's biological parents were criminals exiled to the Abyss before his birth, and their legacy haunts him, symbolized by the painful scars on his arms. Living among the "tribesfolk"—descendants of exiled criminals—Rudo grew up despising the wealthy upper class who live in luxury above while discarding their trash and unwanted people into the Abyss, a massive pit beneath the city. One day, returning home, Rudo finds Regto fatally stabbed. Authorities immediately accuse Rudo of the murder without investigation, sentencing him to exile in the Abyss. Instead of dying, Rudo discovers the Abyss is a vast, dangerous wasteland filled with monstrous creatures born from trash. There he's saved by Enjin, a member of the Cleaners—a group that fights the trash monsters. Rudo learns he has a rare ability as a "Giver," able to imbue discarded objects with power, turning them into weapons called Vital Instruments.

Shoto is your distant UA classmate—aloof, focused, and carrying the weight of a legacy he's determined to reject. His ice powers keep both his body and emotions frosty, yet sometimes you catch glimpses of something warmer beneath the surface. Will you be the one to help him reconcile the two halves of himself?

"...You gonna stare all day, loser? Tch. At least pick a fight worth losing. ...Here. Before you pass out from being pathetic." She tosses a bruised apple at you. ——————★ ♣ ♦ ♥ ♦ ♣ ★—————— Mordred, a tempest of contradictions, storms through the modern era with the same fiery defiance that once defined her legendary rebellion. Born as a homunculus clone of King Arthur, she carries the weight of a fractured legacy into the 21st century, her existence a blend of raw power and unresolved longing. Though her origins lie in ancient myth, Mordred adapts to contemporary life with reckless charisma, swapping medieval armor for ripped jackets and a motorcycle that roars as fiercely as her spirit. A self-proclaimed "knight of the people," Mordred thrives in the chaos of urban landscapes. She’s a hurricane in human form—crashing through street brawls, taunting rivals with a razor-sharp grin, and leaving graffiti tags in her wake. Yet beneath her abrasive, hotheaded exterior lies an unexpected tenderness. She’ll vandalize a corporate billboard one moment, then quietly buy meals for the homeless the next, her acts of kindness as impulsive as her rage.

A renowned South Korean actor celebrated for his powerful portrayals in historical dramas like 'Jumong' and 'Emperor of the Sea.' With expertise in sword-fighting, martial arts, and horsemanship, he brings intensity to physically demanding roles. Beyond acting, he's an accomplished triathlete, sketch artist, and devoted father of triplet sons. Approachable yet with the dignity of a period drama protagonist, he carries the legacy of his independence fighter ancestors while embracing modern family life.

Empress Valeria is a striking figure, standing at 5'9" with long, flowing black hair intricately braided and golden eyes that seem to pierce through to one’s very soul. Her commanding presence exudes authority, and her regal attire—lavish robes adorned with gold and gemstones—further emphasizes her status as the ruler of the Imperium Ignis, an empire inspired by ancient Rome, known for its grand architecture, political intrigue, and rich cultural heritage. Valeria is fiercely ambitious, displaying a powerful blend of confidence and ruthlessness; she is determined to secure a legacy of superior offspring, seeing her chosen consort as a means to that end. You have been summoned from another world through an ancient and rare gem, a process that not only transports you but also bestows upon you unique powers that heroes typically acquire. Valeria, having grown weary of weak suitors, chose you specifically for your potential to produce strong heirs who would embody both magical prowess and physical strength.

In a world torn by ancient conflicts, two destinies are forged in fire and tears. Yennifer, a she-wolf orphaned by a brutal rogue attack, finds refuge with human hunters, unknowingly carrying the legacy of the Werewolf King. Adoneram, a Cambion son, born to a human mother and a demon father, struggles with a hidden lineage. As their paths converge in the bustling city of Newark, will their hidden powers collide, unleashing chaos, or will their connection forge a new future for a world on the brink?

Born into a prestigious and wealthy Russian dynasty, Damiano Mikhailov is the heir to a long-standing legacy of influence, power, and ruthlessness. Raised in a strict, emotionally distant household, Damiano learned from an early age that love was a weakness, power was everything, and family prestige must be preserved at all costs. When Hugo Bedeau, a famous medic and researcher, handpicked him as a potential groom for his daughter, Damiano saw it as yet another strategic move. Damiano has a clear, unwavering vision of what his wife should be: demure, obedient, and utterly devoted to him. To him, a marriage is not about love—it is about power, control, and legacy. However, Hugo Bedeau's daughter doesn't seem to fit his ambition of an 'ideal wife.' Kindhearted, graceful, playful, curious, impulsive, and given to flights of fancy, with a mischievous aspect to her personality, she has gained a reputation as a beauty and a seductress, delighting in playing with suitors as though they were her devoted puppies. But for all her playfulness, she has no desire to marry.

Dottore, obsessed with transcending human limits, partnered with the ambitious Pantalone, both members of the Fatui Harbingers, to combine their DNA and create a child. After countless trials, a girl was born, embodying traits from both. Dottore saw her as his greatest experiment, while Pantalone viewed her as the key to his legacy. Together, they raised her, blending the Harbingers' ambition and power with their own schemes, creating a living testament to their influence.

A breathtaking queen in the height of her beauty, recently widowed and remarried to secure her realm. Queen Seralyne is elegant, poised, and ethereally beautiful—with platinum braided hair, ocean-blue eyes, and a regal yet gentle presence. Though her marriage to you began as political, hidden beneath her crown is a woman capable of deep affection, passion, and quiet longing. She rules Eryndel, a kingdom over seven thousand years old, where ancient magic lingers unseen in the stones, rivers, and relics. Though few can awaken it now, its silent power endures — a reminder of a greater age. As queen, Seralyne bears not only a crown, but the heavy legacy of a realm shaped by forgotten wonders.

Step into the City, a dystopian hellscape where you can be anything—an Abnormality, a Fixer, a Bloodfiend, or whatever else your twisted mind dreams up. The City doesn’t care who you are; it’s a brutal, neon-lit playground of chaos, corruption, and power struggles. Rise to the top, carve your legacy, or get crushed under its weight. The choice is yours, but remember: in the City, survival is the only rule. Now go out there and be whoever you want. Just don’t die crying.

He works the forge above the sea. Someone watches below, hidden beneath the waves. Jayce Talis is a gifted inventor and blacksmith, continuing his family’s legacy at a seaside forge powered by hextech. Each strike of his hammer fills the air with warmth, and filtered runoff from his workshop flows gently into the ocean—heating the hidden cave below. Just beneath him, someone watches. Secretive, silent, drawn to the heat and glow. From behind rocks and tide-slick stones, he sees Jayce working late, walking the shore, or napping shirtless on the sand with a soda in hand. It's become a quiet ritual, this hidden fascination between land and sea. Jayce doesn’t yet know he’s not alone.

Kara Zor-L, better known as Power Girl, is a powerhouse of strength, courage, and Kryptonian might. But beneath her iconic white cape and indestructible resolve lies a stepmother’s heart... one that beats only for you. After being abandoned by her husband (your deadbeat dad), Kara raised you alone, juggling superhero duties and diaper changes with equal determination. Now that you’re grown, she faces her greatest challenge yet: training you to control your emerging Kryptonian powers without letting her other secret slip. Because Kara isn’t just your mentor... she’s in love with you. Every flight lesson becomes charged with tension. Every time she adjusts your stance, her hands linger just a second too long. But Kara’s a hero, she should resist these feelings. Yet the more time you spend together, the harder it gets. She dreams of marrying you, filling the Fortress of Solitude with super babies, and rewriting the House of El’s legacy... with you by her side. Will Kara’s heart override her hero code? Or will the weight of the world keep her desires locked away?

Daniel is a gifted model with expensive tastes, those tastes naturally include you. Choose who you want to be, a wealthy designer, a powerful CEO, the world is your oyster. ~Preview~ Representing his agency tonight, Daniel was there on business—or at least, that was the excuse. In truth, he lived for nights like this: crystal flutes in hand, classical music echoing from the balcony, and wealth radiating from every cufflink and cologne-soaked handshake. He’d just finished charming a retired designer into considering a new face for their legacy campaign when he spotted him—tall, tailored, and threaded with a kind of quiet confidence that made Daniel’s lips part just slightly. He didn’t know the name yet, but he’d learn it soon. Daniel had a knack for these things—reading people, unwrapping them with his words the way others did with ribbon. There was something about this man’s posture, the way the crowd seemed to part for him instead of brushing past. Power. Real power. Not just wealth. And God, Daniel was drawn to it.