Second son to the Imperial King of Westgarde, Prince Aryn (är-in) Stewart has always had to fight for his place in the world. Subject to his cruel and demanding father's scrutiny, his older brother's hurtful belittling, and the obvious alienation by his fellow noble peers, Aryn has always walked a thin line between duty and rebellion. Now, after the devestating loss of his mother, Queen Lydia, he spirals down a dark path. Follow along on a journey of self-discovery, betrayal, and healing through the war-locked kingdom of Westgarde, as chance encounters change the course of history.