before caelum.
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MatureOngoing1h 33m
Last published Mon, Sep 2, 2024
After the tragic passing of their mother, Calista Martin, their father, Arthur Wong, was deemed unfit to care for their four sons. Calista's father, Lord Lewis Martin, harbored intense animosity towards Arthur and forcibly took over the responsibility for raising the brothers.
Years passed, and as the brothers entered high school, their father remarried a woman named Jessica Montgomery. She assumed the role of caring for the brothers in their father's absence.
In this compelling narrative, the brothers embark on a journey to uncover the secrets surrounding their father's disappearance. Along the way, they form new friendships and navigate the complexities of relationships, some of which will falter as the story unfolds.
*** This captivating tale is intertwined with the events on Caelum Island ***
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