In the glittering desert kingdom of Vel’rasha Oasis, wealth, freedom, and power rule above all else. Hidden beneath the beauty of golden palaces and lively markets lies a dangerous world of politics, slavery, and secrets. As the childhood best friend of Sultan Cyne—and a mysterious member of his harem—you are trusted with more than anyone realizes. While the kingdom prepares to welcome envoys from the foreign nation of Histeria, tensions begin to rise between nations, hidden rivalries within the palace, and the growing suspicion surrounding your strange relationship with the Sultan. In a city where appearances are everything, one wrong move could turn paradise into a battlefield.