A sparkling and gripping new story
set in the kingdom of Ilia.

Antina and Paydin have always been inseparable. Fate brought them together when they were young, but their friendship ensured that they would always protect each other, as well as the home they built in the poor neighborhoods of Diagouma Strait. Now, however, Paydin—a Commoner—has been chosen for the Purification Trials, which almost certainly means death.
Now alone in Diagouma Strait, Antina must take care of herself. After one of her attempts to steal, a mysterious man from the market rushes to save her. Mac’s dark past and secret power set him apart from the other low-level Elites in Diagouma Strait. As the two of them form an alliance in order to see their loved ones before the Trials, the mission they plan will test their loyalty, love, and lives.