I used to be his patron

Synopsis

After the sudden collapse of the influential Jiang family, Jiang Ban is left shattered and vulnerable, drifting through a haze of trauma and auditory hallucinations. He finds himself desperately seeking affection from a former lover who has since become a cold, unattainable figure of authority. This novel reads like a classic high-angst BL tragedy, leaning heavily into the 'hurt/comfort' and 'obsessive lead' tropes. It is designed for readers who crave intense emotional devastation and stories featuring extreme power imbalances. Those who prefer healthy relationship dynamics or lighthearted romances should skip this title. The pacing is focused and atmospheric, with standout qualities found in its visceral imagery of fragility and the oppressive tension between the two leads.