Ex-general and prince, Artherien of House Ighten is of the Vessifer race, cursed with powerful emotions- has been banished from his home country of Ironmarsh, and in order to have his honor restored, he must travel far and wide in attempt to find and retrieve a healer with the title Heraghine, who had been lost 60 years before. She was created for the Vessifer by their matron deity's sister to keep them at a reasonable and logical level at all times, though her powers do not stop there.

In the diverse city of Maerise, Artherien finds himself in trouble when he is falsely accused of actions he didn't take, and is punished for them. Treated as a prisoner, he is taken up by one of the city's councilwomen, who has many plans and tricks up her sleeves. She allows Artherien to continue the search for the Heraghine, but intends to use the healer for her own nefarious plans.

Kotaphira Arculum wishes to live forever. Already 250 years old, she is seeking any means necessary to prolong her life at any expense. She has a plan, and will stop at nothing to achieve her goal.

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This first book is finished sans editing, and once the editing process is complete and the book published, all early copies will be removed form online sources. Enjoy the read!