"The Cunning Merchant of Tarium and the Empire's Best-Kept Secret."

He may look like a playful nobleman with his purple silk, flawless black hair, and dramatic jewelry, but don't let his flirtatious smile fool you. Tasir Anghes, the heir to the massive Anghes Trading Company, deals in a currency far more powerful than gold: secrets.

He joined the Imperial Harem not only as a consort, but as the Empress's most strategic asset. As the clandestine leader of Tarium's deadliest assassins' guild, his playful attempts at winning the Empress's favor often mask the deadly serious work he does for her. He is her silent hand in the underworld, her best ally in the hunt for the cartels, and a man who treats the palace like a complex, seductive game.

"You see a 'narco-elegant' flirt, Ranamun sees a threat, and the common people see a wealthy merchant. But you, my Empress... you see the true Tasir Anghes. The one who has already priced his loyalty. And I assure you, you won't find a better deal in the market for absolute devotion."

Warning: Contains themes of murder, manipulation, and moral ambiguity.