In the cold northern kingdom of Rshan na Ostre, King Nazheradei, also known as Liall the Wolf, is renowned for his unwavering devotion to his consort, Scarlet. With Spring approaching, Liall decides to surprise Scarlet with a hunting trip in the secluded depths of the forest, away from the prying eyes of the royal court.
However, their peaceful retreat turns into a perilous journey when they come face-to-face with betrayal in the form of a group of bounty hunters on the trail of a mysterious fugitive. As Tesk puts his spycraft to work unraveling the mystery, he discovers that the wanted man may have a connection to Liall's past, a secret that could put his reign in jeopardy.