King Hhalon of Genan is furious. Not only is his son Hhamen dallying with Dena, a merchant's daughter, but the young fool has fallen in love with her. This cannot be allowed to continue. Hhalon's anger only increases when he discovers that Dena's father dares to decorate his home with precious white gold. Under Genan law, white gold is strictly reserved for the king himself. The king's rage sets in motion events that will shake the...