Maels is a student of MSU, Moscowia's finest university. With his sister Alpha, Maels has spent whole life trying to escape from the poverty that surrounds them. But the reality turned out to be much harsher - the new, secular world rejected them.
As a result, Alpha became depressed and took an academic leave. Maels' heart hardened - in response to the anger towards sister, he refused to accept this unjust world. He stopped attending classes, stopped associating with classmates. He no longer desired to fit into the system. Apart from his sister, the only person he kept in touch with was Izolda, a caring childhood friend he met back in middle school.
This is the way he lived until he met Astra, the love of his life. Her sincerity and kindness awakened in his long-forgotten feelings and reminded him that the world comprises more than just hatred and malice.
He no longer needs to fight the world. When you are truly happy, any hardship in life...
Did you really think it would be that easy? The main character has found love. The world is no longer a horrible place, and the anger in his heart has been replaced by happiness and understanding? Will he now find a 9-5 job, get three children and take out a mortgage on a flat?
Cowardice and the desire to turn a blind eye to the abhorrent actions of people around you will only lead to losing everything you hold dear. The only way out is to fight. Fight this cruel and unjust world.