The story begins with the daughter of a noble sent to Castle Pyra in order to accompany her cousin through her year long engagement.  Though at first reluctant to go, upon arrival Avalia finds that she enjoys her duty.  Her cousin, Katrine, is thoroughly in love with her betrothed and talks of nothing else.

The day after her arrival, Avalia finds there is a ball.  Right before the music begins, she sees the man that will change her views of love forever.  But keeping it a secret is something ... more »

The story begins with the daughter of a noble sent to Castle Pyra in order to accompany her cousin through her year long engagement.  Though at first reluctant to go, upon arrival Avalia finds that she enjoys her duty.  Her cousin, Katrine, is thoroughly in love with her betrothed and talks of nothing else.

The day after her arrival, Avalia finds there is a ball.  Right before the music begins, she sees the man that will change her views of love forever.  But keeping it a secret is something different altogether, for a King and a lady spending so much time together cannot be made known.  However, this does not deter the two from delving into something called love.  But the story ends in a shock that Avalia herself has trouble accepting...  Less