War looms ahead of them, the Red Queen must prepare her people. She will protect those she loves at any cost. Even if it means moving them in directions, they are reluctant to go. Azeleah never wanted a mate. Slade didn't want to be ruled by anyone, ever again. But fate has other plans. Is Slade willing to give his life, for Azeleah, when her past comes back to haunt her. Can she accept Slade as her mate and leave her past behind her? Blood will rain, hearts will be broken, on the road to war.