The humble son of a blacksmith, Cade willingly accepted the calling for which he believes he has been destined: as an ally and guardian to Lady Serena Vasperan. Having joined in her plight against lawlessness, Cade also aspires to learn from Serena the ways of the Archers of Laummoren. But Cade’s interest in Serena is not merely as her self-appointed protector and student; for he has also pledged to her his heart–which complicates the oath he has sworn to her and himself.
Cade’s devotion to Serena will be challenged in ways he never imagined as he embarks on a quest to find a rumored figure shrouded in mystery, who may be Cade’s only hope in being reunited with his beloved and fulfilling his pledge to her.