Venturing into enemy territory may be her only chance at the truth.

Pelna, ever loyal at her father's side, has fiercely fought against the McDaughs and the Sinclairs. But when a mysterious assassination rocks the fragile peace near the McDaugh border, she takes a daring step into the heart of enemy lands—the formidable McDaugh keep.

Gareth, on the brink of becoming Laird, faces unexpected challenges when Pelna, his enemy's daughter, arrives with accusations that could ignite war. Thrust into a maze of distrust and political games, they are forced to confront the lies that have fueled generations of conflict.

Bound by a shared desire for peace, Pelna and Gareth must decide: can they trust each other enough to secure a future for their families and clans? Or will unseen adversaries and deep-seated enmity prevail, plunging their world into chaos?