All Chapters of DEGREE OF FANCY: Chapter 1 - Chapter 10

Not only once did he bring another woman inside our house but many times and almost all of those who become my private tutors become his secret lover, but all of that my mother did not know. Over time, a lot has happened in that mansion, a lot has changed, and I've been keeping plenty of secrets related to my father. I lived in that family as a quiet student and perfect child, as they expected me to be. I've gotten used to the dark place where I don't feel lonely anymore when I'm alone. Furthermore, I've gotten used to what's happening around me, and I've learned to accept my fate. Many years ago, I almost forgot about my past and who I really am or where I came from. I considered them as my real parents where I got used to interacting with different people who are big names in the industry and business. I was known as quiet, cold-hearted, intelligent, talented and good in the field of sports.“At the age of seventeen, who would have thought that your son Anton was a perfect man? Perh

“You are now husband and wife.” After the priest said that, Brigitte and I faced each other as she smiled and looked at me while putting her hand on my left arm. We walked together in the center out of the church while we were cheered by the people around us and where they all had happy smiles on their lips, including those people who made this plan. When we left the church, our parents stopped in front of the two of us, where his mother hugged her while Dad fixed my black tie.“Make her the happiest girl in this world, son.” Dad whispered to me and his face showed that he couldn't hide the joy he felt after witnessing one of the achievements in his life and that is marrying me to this woman who is the daughter of one of the richest businessmen and has the most connection in this industry. Although I didn't understand what he meant to me, I just nodded my head and tried to draw a short smile on my lips at the same time he patted me on my shoulder.“My son, that's what I'll call you fr

As we reached the bottom of the stairs, Brigitte stopped and turned to face me. She was smiling, but her eyes seemed to gleam with a mischievous light."Welcome to our secret world, Anton," she said, her voice dripping with excitement. "Here, we can be whoever we want to be, do whatever we want to do. No one will ever know."I felt a shiver run down my spine as I looked around. We were in a large, dimly lit room, the walls lined with ancient stone and the air thick with the scent of decay. It was a place that seemed to exist outside of time, a place where the normal rules didn't apply.Brigitte took my hand and led me deeper into the room. We walked past strange and ominous objects, each one more bizarre than the last. There were ancient artifacts, mysterious devices, and strange symbols etched into the walls.As we walked, Brigitte told me about the history of the mansion, about the secrets that lay hidden within its walls. She spoke of ancient rituals, of forbidden knowledge, and of

As we shook hands, Sophia's grip was firm, but her eyes seemed to hold a secret. I couldn't quite read her expression, and I found myself wondering what she was thinking."Nice to meet you, Anton," she said, her voice low and husky.I nodded, my expression neutral.Sophia's eyes seemed to gleam with amusement, but she didn't say anything else. She just stood there, her eyes fixed on mine.I felt a shiver run down my spine, but I didn't respond. I just stood there, my expression neutral.The silence between us grew thicker, more oppressive. I could feel the weight of Sophia's gaze on me, but I didn't look away.Finally, Sophia nodded, as if to herself. "I'll see you around, Anton," she said, her voice barely above a whisper.And with that, she turned and walked away, leaving me standing there, feeling confused and intrigued.I watched Sophia walk away, her figure disappearing into the crowd of guests. I couldn't help but feel a sense of curiosity about her. Who was she, really? And wha

As I sat in the backseat of the car, staring out the window at the passing cityscape, I felt a sense of relief wash over me. I had finally escaped the confines of the office, where the hallucinations of Sophia had been relentless.The driver navigated the crowded streets with ease, his eyes fixed on the road ahead. I settled back into my seat, letting the soft hum of the engine lull me into a state of relaxation.But as we approached a busy intersection, the driver slowed the car to a stop, waiting for the light to turn green. I gazed out the window, taking in the sights and sounds of the city.And then, I saw her.At first, I thought it was just another hallucination, another trick of the mind. But as I looked closer, I realized that Sophia's image was plastered on a massive billboard, towering above the surrounding buildings.The screen was at least 20 feet tall, and Sophia's face filled every inch of it. Her eyes sparkled, her lips curled up into a sly smile, and her skin glowed wi