As the Imperium crumbles beneath our feet, will I be able to keep hold of Tallu?The imperial generals who so loyally served Tallu's monstrous father have declared war on us and fled the capital. The enemy nation of Krustau claims to have Empress Koque and Prince Hallu, the second son of Emperor Millu. If that is true, Krustau would have claim to the Imperium's throne.Unable to risk the possibility that Tallu's brother could fall into the wrong hands, Tallu and I must confront a greater threat than either of us could dream of. Will his secrets lead to our loss or will he finally trust me with the truth he can barely whisper in the dark?
