A while after the events of Nihon Ja... The adventures are only just beginning. Will and Alyss have just settled down into life after their marriage when Will is suddenly forced away on a mission of great danger from his past. When something goes horribly wrong, no one seems to be able to help him... Except for Alyss. If you enjoyed this, go check out my sequels, The Surprise Siege, and The Rogue Tribe! #20 in Ranger's Apprentice Disclaimer -- I do not own any of the characters, all rights go to John Flanagan. I only own the plot and any characters I make up.