Aswil al-Murshid is deeply in love with Tomoyuki Makabe, a college friend. But Aswil, as the crown prince of Madina, is bound by certain responsibilities. With his father the king at his deathbed, plans are set to have Aswil ascend to the throne... and for him to take a wife, who will be future queen. Can Aswil set aside his selfish notions of love for the sake of his country? Which will he choose, love or duty?