With the King of Marette dying, his wish is to see his son Victor take the throne. As Victor becomes King of Marette he sends for his brother, Prince Demetrius hoping that he will arrive before his father passes away. Victor is everything that is good in a son. He has been bred for the throne, taking his responsibilities seriously all of his twenty-five years of life. His brother, Prince Demetrius, has escaped royal life by indulging in adventure and deals with despicable people. Demetrius has a grasp on the realities outside the castle. As the two brothers join forces to prove to the world that the wisdom each of them possess is enough to rule the Kingdom of Marette, their country is attacked. This is the story of two brothers. It is a story of loyalty, war, love and betrayal.