Prince Vikford Ademar—the first sword of the kingdom, a knight without fear or reproach. Prince Vikford is a disgrace to the Ademar family: a son born with no gift. But his gift is replaced by courage, a sword, and a strong hand.
The king sends him to the rebellious north with an important mission—deliver the heir of the Amber Throne to the court for a political marriage. This is a dangerous journey, because the future union has many opponents. But danger for Prince Vikford is the best challenge and an invitation. He swore that not a single hair would fall from the head of the future bride. He staked his sword on the fact that he would bring her to the next moon. After all, Prince Vikford has never lost a battle to his enemy. But the most treacherous enemy turned out to be his own heart.