Destiny's childhood curiosity lands her in a realm where Guardian kings rule over ancient lands hidden from Mortal sight. Baloxalon has been locked in war for generations, but never before has a Mortal entered their world. The moment Destiny steps through a portal under her neighborhood's street will change her life forever. Duncan Malik is the conflicted Crown Prince of Baxalon. Torn between his sense of duty and his father's oppressive rule, Duncan wrestles with the weight of his legacy and the desire to forge his own path. Amidst the chaos of battle and betrayal, Duncan finds unexpected allies who begin to challenge everything he thought he knew about his kingdom and himself. Stefanie Felon is the formidable Crown Princess of Balon. Tasked with a dangerous mission to locate and eliminate Duncan, Stefanie is driven by a deep-seated vengeance and a loyalty to her kingdom that knows no bounds. But as she delves deeper into the heart of enemy territory, Stefanie uncovers startling truths and an unlikely friendship.