"... It was then that I realized that only those who were pure in heart and deeds could see the gates of heaven open before them. After that, I often fasted, self-flagellated, and I did everything I could think of to atone for my evil deeds. And now, holding you in my arms, I allow the gates of heaven to close on me again..." Alexi said: "You can do anything you want to me." "Do you really want to do this?" Asked the count. Alexi repeated, "You can do anything you want to me, and anything you do will bring me happiness." After that, Alexi realized that he didn't love himself. Maybe he wanted to love himself but didn't know how to love. The only pure thing in his heart was the desire that could not be burned out...
Concept: Medieval European monarchs/masters and servants/adopted father and son be abused