Victory

Axel Heyst, raised by a pessimistic philosopher, grapples with dark views of humanity after his father's death. Seeking escape from London, he embarks on a journey that reveals unexpected goodness in the world. His friendship with Captain Morrison leads to a business partnership, but Axel feels detached. Isolated on an island, he travels to Surabaya, where he meets Lena, a mistreated musician. Axel's compassion drives him to confront powerful adversaries, resulting in a whirlwind of sex scandals, heists, and murder plots that challenge his newfound beliefs.