Waking up to a kidnapping, not surprising for a crime syndicate member, Grey thought he could solve it the usual way. But the world is not what it used to be. Brutal beating, crippling injury, greedy nobles, arranged marriage, century old debt… the list just goes on. And it is all for Grey to tackle, while relying only on his sharp wits and modern knowledge. Note: - Slow burn for the first 20 chapters as to establish setting and characters, then 20 onwards picks up the necessary pace. - I do not have concrete grasp over the holy language known as English. So please go easy on me, and point out the flaws. - 2 Times a Week Schedule. [WED - SUN/ 2.5K Words].