Years on, all grown up, yet still mourning the loss of her beloved uncle, Marc'la is overjoyed with the return of her long-missed childhood friend, Ek-ul. Despite her joy, she can't quite shake the feeling of jealousy, that her friend had enjoyed the final years of her uncle's life... not her. Before long, it is apparent that Ek-ul has unwittingly brought danger with him. Can he keep Marc'la safe? Or will her uncle's killers finish the job this time? Beyond any physical danger, Marc'la's heart is so heavily guarded against pain that she is in danger of missing out on the love that is hidden deep inside. Can Ek-ul break through her walls and show her that theirs is a Friendship on Fire?