Just when it seemed Rochegude could be at peace, a dreaded summons arrives: Laurent de Nemori is accused of crimes against the Bourgognaise Alliance. King Laurent must go see this case dismissed. Dmitri must go as a witness in his defense. Henri must go to unravel the answers he seeks. Further conflicts pound at the women who remain to govern at home: Brigitta receives the devastating news of a plague threatening her family in Torino; Joséphine’s intentions to live a life of solitude are halted in her need to assist. Meanwhile, Sancia discovers a deeper plot against the Nemori’s rule, ready to deploy in all the distractions. The angel guardians are aware that this plot threatens to shatter Rochegude Valley’s leadership and good standing far more thoroughly and irrevocably than Zarius ever managed. The Truth must prevail.