Xanthus is next in line to be the Alpha of the Moon Rock pack, fast strong and very powerful due to his mixed heritage. The problem is he does not want the burden of leading. Politics and diplomacy is not his idea of a life he just wants to be free to make his own choices. His father has decided that he needs and mate and is prepared to arrange one if it is necessary. So what does Xan do..? he takes a private vacation to enjoy some much needed freedom before his life goes to hell. His little get away brings him face to face with his mate in unexpected twist of faith. Lyr is hated by his people for who he is, his desperation to get away from his situation leads him discover life above the waves is not to bad...not too bad at all.