An enslaved princess. A desperate warrior. And the traitor hungry for revenge. Imprisoned in an enemy fortress, Meiling finds herself at the mercy of a ruthless captor. Having spent the last decade preparing his forces, Fang Zedong is determined to make Meiling use her magic to betray her empire. And he will use whatever means necessary to make her bend to his will. Alone without aid except for the quirky healer Li Feiyan, Meiling must figure out Fang's plans and escape if she wants any hope of survival. But how can she escape a heavily armed fortress with no training in magic and no experience in combat? She cannot help the quiet question that plagues her. Will Shang come for her? Or is he already dead? Continue the Zheninghai Chronicles in this heartpounding novel full of slowburn romance, swoon-worthy heroes, breathtaking adventure, and just the right touch of emotional damage. Perfect for fans of Shari Tapscott, Sylvia Mercedes, and Kenley Davidson.