The House of Toys

David Quentin is a good‑looking, quick‑witted young man who has spent most of his life alone, his only family a distant trust. After a modest inheritance funds his college education, he pours his enthusiasm into architecture, especially ecclesiastical design, and wins a small contest for a bungalow plan. Though his early promise draws admiration from both men and women, his social circle assumes his career will launch on its own, leaving him to navigate the fragile start of a professional life with limited resources. He maintains a cheerful façade, dressing well, playing golf, and keeping friends close, even as his finances dwindle.

Beyond the ordinary, David becomes entangled with a mysterious witch who bestows upon him a single, puzzling gift. Together with a bright, sunflower‑like girl, he sets out to build a “house of love,” a sanctuary where affection and ambition might finally intertwine. As the foundations rise, a second, more enigmatic young woman appears, hinting at further complications and the magical forces that will test his dreams.