But also I'm saying he's lowkey a redflag bc yk he's an aristocrat who is planning the downfall of his enemies (a little spoiler won't hurt ryt) and he's pretty cold to everyone and pretends to be nice and all yk. But he's not a toxic lover as in abusive or rapey or anything like that. He has a soft spot for the mc. If ur having doubts about reading this, atleast give it a try. You'll regret not reading it. It's so well written and has a good plot
There is one point where he almost forces Ian but immediately snaps out of it and is disappointed in himself, doesn't affect Ian as he didn't really do anything. Also just a warning (SPOILERS AHEAD!!)
Ian is raped by the bitch ass man that bought him, evil mf, (extra spoiler) but he does get the punishment he deserves ;)
(Explanation of Raymond/kinda spoiler?) Raymond is a total jerk, he does initially use Ian for his personal gain and kinda manipulates him. He has a tragic backstory and does go through a bit of a redemption that I feel makes up for his actions, but you will have a hate/love relationship with his character lol
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I've reread this like 10 times now one of my favorites. So I'd recommend 10/10, good plot too! I say give it a shot.
Does this have a happy ending?