This one is from a while back, and I can't remember the title or the author name. Main protagonist was a young man who was supposed to be going into a magic academy, but the night before the entrance exam he was badly abused by his mistress/owner and does very poorly on the exam. So instead of going into the academy he is sent to the army and has to do the standard infantry training.
This was many years ago, and I am hoping someone remembers it. Has lingered in the back of my mind for a while and I can't seem to find it on the site.
Thanks in advance.