A short story from the writer of Geist, Kindred and Wings, and the co-author of the Ministry of Peculiar Occurrences.

In the mystical realm of Nyket, the serene woods that were once the sacred homes of the elves face an unprecedented challenge with the arrival of mankind. While many elves choose to retreat deeper into the tranquility of the forest, a lone and courageous elf named Liene takes her stand on an isolated island. However, she cannot be prepared for the emotions one particular human brings with him. Between them will be be born something of love and fire.