Lady Thespia is suspicious of Lord Damianos, the now captured spy of Emperor Nikolos. She thinks he is in contact with his emperor, though she can't prove it. But when Princess Celena decides to visit him, and the other Kalarian prisoners, in hopes of winning them over. Thespia feels she must join Celena to protect her from the influence of these crafty people. But Lord Damianos proves to a more enjoyable companion than Thespia expected. It can't be love, can it?

Lord Damianos is disappointed that he has been captured again, but he remains imprisoned in hopes of being useful to his emperor and friend, Nikolos. When he meets Lady Thespia, he thinks she is an overly proud Achlysian, who needs to be knocked down a few pegs. But as he gets to know her, he begins to see that they might have more in common than he wants to admit. Is he falling in love?

The two become more attracted to each other, despite the conflict between their nations. They resist, knowing a match between them will be next to impossible. But their hearts refuse to listen. Will they learn to set aside their animosity, so they can help their respective nations?