Magical Cures, Chance Encounters, and a Poisonous Plot When her mother’s illness becomes dire, Alana decides to take matters into her own hands. Searching for a cure leads her to the seedier corners of the Imperial Center, but she's sure no one will know–until she bumps into her best friend's brother, Davin. He’s always had the key to her heart, but this is not the time. Davin is surprised to see Alana on the grittier side of Forest Grove. He’s looking for a metalworking apprenticeship against his parent’s wishes. If word gets out, his parents will be crushed. Confrontation and drama are the last things he wants. When Alana’s deal with a black market apothecary turns dangerous, Davin steps in to help. They’ll need to work together to stop a treasonous plot before someone gets hurt. Will they be able to act in time to save the king, or will sinister forces destroy both their futures?