Vivan, the healer, who has the gift of sensing moods, clearly feels that something bad is happening in his environment. His life force is being depleted. He was born to save others, to give them hope, and lift them when they fall. In the castle he is enveloped in the darkness of evil, scheming, and hidden murders. All this brings him to the brink of endurance.

Life outside of the king's castle presents the darkest scenario for mankind. The plague takes away the sense of humanity. Mentally weak individuals become bandits and murderers. In order to save their own lives, they sacrifice others. They reveal the worst tendencies and their only goal is to satisfy their own desires. It's not easy to survive this hell on your own. Vivan and his helpers fight, finding friends in unlikely places and unexpected moments. They find nobility where they least expect it.