There’s a monster in me.

Slowly he pried his eyelids apart, anticipating the sight of his office after an unexpected power outage. But it had gone black outside, too. Like an actor in a stage play, the president found himself under a powerful spotlight. A sensation he was no longer alone froze him in place and the hushed sound of steady breaths confirmed his fear.

A mysterious stranger makes a striking entrance at the coming-of-age celebration of the Ferhawen heiress. Without warning, without even introducing himself, he captures everyone's attention by inviting young Elyzara to dance a waltz straight out of fairy tales.