Never once had Santi, the red-haired skomorokh, imagined that the fate awaiting him was that of an Elian ruler, the most powerful wizard in the world and a protege of the true Light. Though no, it is not even a fate. It is a heavy burden that cannot be lifted from one’s shoulders until death itself. And nobody cares whether you have the strength—clench your teeth and move forward. And no one may see the ruler’s tears! Not everyone would dare to take such a load upon themselves. Though really, what if there is no other way? Then all that remains is to take a step toward one’s own destiny.