Magic has never lead to happiness. Nicky walked out of the Wild into the civilized world and within a few years he carved out a territory with a selected pack of loyal gang members. He had a secret to keep that not only could affect his hard won territory but also his very existence. Secrets are always found out, especially when that secret involves magic. Magic was the backbone of the Miradryl Empire; wherever magic can be found the Empire moves to take it as its own. Those who can wield that power are the chosen and the privileged few. King Tiger, Battle Mage Arthur Magnus is searching for a special kind of battery, a Latent – a person who could control energy. The discovery of a new powerful source leads him to this backwater world. His intention was to force a union between them but then the magic decided to bond them forever. Nicky and Magnus found themselves mage mated, not only was their magic intertwined but now their lives were as well. Their hearts were another matter.

The further adventures of Nicky and Mags in love while the Empire plots to separate the battery from the battle mage.

Back in the Wild, Nicky hopes that he and Mags can finally settle down and get King Tiger's magic under control. The mantle of kingship drops on Nicky's shoulders yet he is tied to the Empire by a defective implant. Natural remedies and healing magic can only keep him mobile and it becomes clear that Neko and his Golden Tigers would have to make it back to the Shambles to get the help needed. Only the last time they left, The Grim Reaper was less than impressed and they were unsure of their welcome.