One relic is lost in an act of fidelity when Paulus's blessed sword falls into undeserving hands. One relic is won by testing the strength, endurance, and mercy of the champion who proves himself worthy of the Blue Eye. But two souls are shattered in the process. Though Arvana serves her penance by choosing a champion, the pure joy of a shacra evades her until a forbidden moment of tenderness. Will the single kiss endanger the fate of the world and destroy her heart's longing for solace? This fascinating trilogy continues with greater stakes and deeper romance in an unforgettable fantasy world.