The shadow of the Dunalk Emprie once again looms over the peaceful kingdom of Aran, and at the suggestion of his cousin James, Prince Christian agrees to visit the neighboring country as a representative...under the guise of a hostage! Such a bold move is completely unheard of for the sheltered prince, and his overprotective lord father and faithful knight Zeke strongly opose. But will their disapproval be enough to stop a man who loves his kingdom more than his own life? And more importantly, will the turmoil of the kingdoms bring turmoil to the prince's love?