Collin hopes to find peace, companionship and rest in the seemingly quiet city of Halanah in the North Country. He's excited to begin his higher education at the Elythium. Turmoil stirs before he can set foot in the esteemed University. Collin learns disturbing information about the Lightling's search for more slaves now the Inner Kingdom of Lashai has stopped supplying them. When they take captives from the Kiatri realm, Collin is appalled and cannot keep silent. His meddling costs him his freedom, it could even cost him his life.