Brother of the Desert Rats

A young esteemed officer in the Runen Imperial Army, Zaelan Ryonson has it all. His father is a retired war hero, while his mother was a lady-in-waiting to the queen. Still living with his parents and his sister, Zaelan lacks nothing, be it riches, company or education. But as all things must come to an end, Zaelan loses it all.
Unjustly trialed and found guilty for the murder of his commanding officer, Zaelan is branded and sold as a slave, the most humiliating and cruel punishment of his people. To his utter horror, Zaelan is bought by none other than a feisty princess of Dune, Runen's enemy brother country.

Warning: This story contains graphic descriptions of violence and punishment. Suicide is mentioned several times. Depression and drug use/addiction is a reoccurring theme throughout the story. If this disturbs you, please do not read.