Killed for being an elementalist but brought back by the Spirit of Death, Azelda Madison is determined to survive her second chance at life. After relentless training, she meets her betrothed, Duke Shade Karloss, and fights by his side as a mercenary for five years while hiding her true identity. Unwilling to repeat the loveless marriage of her past, Azelda proposes a contract marriage with the duke. But as she gradually uncovers a hidden side to Shade, can she continue to abide by its terms?