He Called Me Disloyal, Then Lost His Empire — Novel

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In a world where loyalty is currency and betrayal has dire consequences, Arwen finds herself at the heart of a family drama that threatens to unravel everything she’s fought for. After years of dedication to the powerful Sebastian, her loyalty is questioned in a public spectacle that leaves her exposed and humiliated. With accusations of disloyalty swirling around her, can she prove her worth amid the mocking laughter of those she once called allies?

Sebastian, once her closest friend and ally, now views her through a lens of suspicion and cold disdain. As he stands poised to claim his empire, he seems blind to the truth that lies beneath the surface. Arwen grapples with her hidden identity and the fear that her love for him might not be enough to bridge the chasm of misunderstanding. As alliances shift and secrets threaten to surface, will Arwen find a way to reclaim her place in the family, or will she be cast out forever?

With stakes higher than ever, the tension crackles in the air. Can love endure when trust is shattered, or will ambition drive a wedge too deep to mend? As Arwen prepares to fight back, she must confront not only Sebastian’s betrayal but also the truth about her own past.

He Called Me Disloyal, Then Lost His EmpireChapter 1

On the night of the family’s grand annual gala, Sebastian was practically vibrating with excitement. He had ordered a feast that could rival any kingpin’s banquet and instructed his consigliere to hand out double shares of the family’s profits to every loyal capo and soldier.

Celeste, all sweetness and smiles, moved from table to table, presenting neatly wrapped envelopes of cash and engraved tokens. Everyone accepted their gifts with gratitude—everyone, that is, except me. When she reached my spot, she shoved me back with surprising force.

“Step aside! Strays like you don’t belong in this family,” she spat.

I blinked, stunned. “What… what are you talking about?” I asked.

Her lips curled into a cruel grin as she tossed a notice across the table. It fluttered to the ground with a crisp slap. “A lowborn nobody like you has no claim to the family’s rewards. Leave before you embarrass the rest of us.”

Behind her, the massive crystal chandelier above reflected a series of projections—images of me entangled in what looked like intimate moments with high-ranking dons from rival families.