Gold buys his sword, but there's no price for his heart...

On her way to marry a man she detests, Meredith's luck takes an unexpected turn when her betrothed mysteriously vanishes. Alone for the first time and far from home, she realizes this might be her only chance to escape.

The world outside is perilous, and danger lurks at every corner. Her only hope of safe passage lies with a band of mercenaries led by the hardened Gareth. But how can she convince a ruthless swordsman to help when she has nothing to offer?

Beneath Gareth's cold demeanor, Meredith senses a man burdened by more than just the weight of his sword. Against all odds, he agrees to take her along—on one condition: she must not slow them down.

As they journey through treacherous lands, Meredith finds herself drawn to the ferocious leader. Will she navigate the dangers of the road and the desires of her heart, or has she traded one danger for an even greater one?