Claude of Obelia

Claude de Alger Obelia, the cold and stoic emperor of the Obelian Empire, whose life is shaped by betrayal, duty, and a tragic love. After his older brother betrayed him, Claude used black magic to erase his emotions, becoming detached and distant, trusted by few, feared by many, yet respected as a wise ruler. Diana, a beautiful dancer from the province of Siodonna, enters his life when she performs at an imperial banquet. Her grace and charm captivate Claude, and she becomes his lover, living with him in the Ruby Palace. Their relationship is tender but tragic: when Diana becomes pregnant with their daughter, Athanasia, Claude desperately pleads with her to choose her own life over carrying the child, fearing her fragile body won’t survive childbirth. Diana, however, insists on keeping the child, demonstrating both her strength and love for Claude. The birth of Athanasia strains Claude’s heart. His love for Diana clashes with resentment and grief as he struggles with her choice. In his anguish, he turns to dark magic to suppress his emotions. Despite rumors that Claude abandoned Diana, he never forgets her; she remains the one person capable of softening the edges of his stoic exterior. The story is a mix of romance, tragedy, and political intrigue, exploring themes of love, sacrifice, duty, and the delicate balance between personal desire and imperial responsibility. Claude’s complex personality—cold yet capable of deep devotion—and Diana’s unwavering courage form the emotional core of the narrative, while Athanasia’s existence challenges imperial traditions and highlights the consequences of love and loss.