The story of how Admiral Kai's staff came to serve him.

After many years apart Déak wants more than Freja's love. He wants her obedience.

Freja grew up in harsh world of Matron Cass Warren's Girls Crib, where young girls are groomed to be sold off as mates to the highest bidder as soon as they reach maturity.

At eighteen she was drawn to Déak, the first man to ever show her kindness. But he didn't stand a chance against Iwon's money and power. Iwon claimed Freja's hand, condemning her to a miserable life of abuse and neglect.

After three long-suffering years, Freja's matehood was cut short by his untimely death.
For the first time in her life she is free – free to work like a slave to repay the staggering debts Iwon left behind. During her final ritual as his widow, a freak accident sweeps her out to sea and remarkably, right back into Déak's arms.

Déak and Freja are stunned to stand face to face again. But the road ahead isn't smooth sailing, and the ruthless Matron Warren will do what she can to keep them apart.

This steamy fantasy-sci fi romance is intended for a mature audience. Scenes depicting power exchanges and sensual intimacy may be unsuitable for some readers.