Life ain't what it used to be for the Three Worlds.They used to carry on quite happily minding their own business.But now, something strange is afoot.In paradise, resentment is growing. Disaffected cupids, downsized muses, humans arriving for eternal rest: all are feeling the strain since the authoritarian Theresa took over management of the Sky, banished St. Valentine from the Uniting Hearts Department, and threatened everyone with recycling.The Nether Worl...

When you're the sole surviving noble of junior lineage, don't expect much of a future. That's what some might think.Not Gregor, though. The way he sees it, being last of a line means he can dispense with social niceties and do exactly what he wants. And if any unwelcome visitors have a problem with that, this guy's got one or two surprises for them.

When you're the sole surviving noble of junior lineage, don't expect much of a future. That's what some might think.Not Gregor, though. The way he sees it, being last of a line means he can dispense with social niceties and do exactly what he wants. And if any unwelcome visitors have a problem with that, this guy's got one or two surprises for them.

A turn off the beaten track and the life I knew was in ruins.Then out of nowhere, an apprentice and a move to the capital. Entry to the Academy of Magic, and hours spent in the library trying to eradicate a magic bond.Only none of it went the way I expected. Not by a long shot.

In the last year, I've established a new line and laid the foundations for its future prosperity. But that's just the start. There's a way to go before I can truly hold my head up.Who'd have thought I'd buy into all this and be out to get even more? I might not pull it off, but it's worth a try. I am Gregor Shuvalov, and I am a dark summoner.

Founding a clan at such a young age—I don't know how many have been here before. But I do know it's going to take more from me to make my family truly strong. That's not something I need—that's something I want.So, let’s see how the Shuvalovs deal with what comes their way. Because as well as being a dark summoner, I'm now also Prince Shuvalov.

With all past mistakes put right, I can finally breathe easy. Time to start a family, but that means establishing a new line. Question is—will it all be so straightforward? Will they even let a new clan see the light of day?Put it this way . . . if anyone tries to stop us, this dark summoner's got the perfect answer to that.