All souls are marked. Not all marks are created equal.  Sent to boarding school in Louisiana at seven years old, Ethan Margrave has spent most of his childhood away from his family - a Margrave family tradition. Growing up he has endured torturous training that has left him scarred and seething. Despite his father's absence, Ethan is determined to prove himself useful. All so he can join the family business. Before he has a chance to finish his education, Ethan's father sets him a task: accompany his strange associate to New Orleans. Deliver a package. There is no explanation. No questions asked. Oh. And don't come back.  When Ethan is thrust into the world of magic, he will need to learn things he could only dream of if he is to survive. There are monsters about, and never enough hands to go around. Release schedule:New chapters are out on Tuesdays and Saturdays. What to expect- Slow(ish) burn urban fantasy- Modern setting with monsters and magic- A coming-of-age story- Progression elements of my own design- A tad of mystery What not to expect:- A LitRPG story- An Isekai story