Five years have passed since the events in the Burnt Lands, and resistance is growing stronger. The white dragons never returned, and the people are dissatisfied. Great Houses start fighting for power again. Vincent, the emperor’s son, believes his father is leading Tarrvania toward prosperity. His valiant guard, Eugène, is sure that in order to restore balance, the empress must fall. Reyne only wants to get back his love. And only Costéral knows what ending awaits everyone. Their fates intertwine—but on whose neck will the knot finally tighten?