Libera Corvus
In the slums of Sector VI, a young boy named Veran and his sister Avelyn struggle to survive in the shadows of the powerful lords of the Corvus Empire. Orphaned by a senseless battle, they were left with nothing but each other and a dream—a dream of escaping the harsh reality of their world to live freely among the stars. But freedom comes at a price, and Veran is willing to pay it with blood, deceit, and unflinching resolve.
Driven by a fierce determination to give his sister a better life, Veran claws his way up through the rigid, class-divided society of Corvus. He starts from the dirt, a nameless orphan surviving by any means necessary, but as the empire teeters on the brink of change, Veran seizes every opportunity—no matter how dark or twisted—to secure a place of power. Along the way, he learns that to achieve true equality under one united banner, sacrifices must be made, and ideals must be broken.
From the streets to the battlefield, and eventually to the highest echelons of Corvus, Veran’s journey is a brutal one. He does not shy away from cruelty, deception, or ruthlessness when necessary. As his influence grows, he becomes a key figure in shaping a new Corvus—an empire where all citizens, regardless of their birth or wealth, stand equal in unity.
This novel is a tale of ambition, sacrifice, and the dark path one man must tread to forge a new future. It’s the prequel to Once Upon the Void, yet stands on its own as a powerful narrative of how the corrupt, divided empire of old was reforged into something greater—by the hands of a man who rose from nothing.
Author's Note: This novel is a prequel to Once Upon the Void, thousands of years in the past. Whether you start with this story or the other, both will introduce you to the various species, cultures, worlds, and locations in the world of my Novel. The choice is yours
