In a world where magic is a symbol of power, and the boyar families weave intricate intrigues, Olga Baryatinskaya loses everything: her former fiancé takes away both her magic and her peace of mind. She starts anew under a new name—Ёж, a guide through zones where magic is powerless. Eastern motifs, a rigid hierarchy, and magical anomalies set a tense backdrop for a story of resilience and a second chance.
But the past will not let go: her former fiancé appears again nearby, unable to recognize her, while a web of intrigues tightens around them—intrigues connected to an ancient prophecy about the “pearl,” capable of changing the fate of an entire family line.