Saika Donovan never dreamt the skills her grandfather helped her develop would make her the pawn in a political dispute and put her family in jeopardy. Now she's being forced to make an impossible decision; should she save her family or maintain the code of honor her ancestors clung to for thousands of years. Whichever she chooses, her future is over.Sebastian Harper has the perfect life. His wealth allows him do as he pleases with his life. His close friendship with Queen Charlotte provides him with social standing, and helping her plan balls provides him with the perfect opportunity to combine his artistic and organizational skills. There's just one problem. Sebastian is bored. When he spots the dark haired beauty, Saika, standing apart from the crowd at the Queen's party, Sebastian's interest is piqued. Later, when he finds the dark haired beauty lurking in King George's bedchamber while brandishing a dagger in hand, Sebastian knows he's found a girl who will never bore him. Now, all he has to do is figure out how to prevent her from assassinating King George, save her from being labeled a traitor, and save her family. What can possibly go wrong?