Khale Whitlock is a nobleman's third son, destined to be married off for his father's political gain. When a mysterious and secretive organization of shadow assassins forces him into their ranks, Khale must learn to live a dual life if in order to survive.

Coral Llewellyn is the daughter of a chanceller and foreign to a city that has forgotten the magicks of old. When her logical, orderly life is thrown into chaos with a revelation about a her heritage, she must wield her magick and learn how to maintain balance.

Together, Khale's darkness and Coral's light may prove the only weapon capable of withstanding an ancient evil just below the city's surface. An evil that has its sights set firmly on them.

Note: This story includes some Violence, ocassional Victorian or Vintage-style Profanity, and includes light Romance. The story contains perspectives of two straight main characters: one male, one female.

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