Alec has left Goldenfields after false rumors destroy the joy he has found there. Now he will reside in Oyster Bay, home of the king's court and Ingenairii Hill, where Alec will be trained in mastery of the ingenairii energies. His clean start in Oyster Bay will be challenged by politics and jealousies and jockeying for power as the old order starts to crumble. Even when he tries to keep to himself, Alec will stumble into trouble. The possibilities of healing and warrior power beckon Alec, and his potential is great, if he stays focused. But an old acquaintance will return, and all hope for a peaceful stay in Oyster Bay will end Only his solace through miraculous healing can carry Alec until the call comes to return to Goldenfields, but will he be able to find peace serving in the court he was banished from? Promises of power, honor and romance tempt Alec as he learns that he has greater potential than he ever realized, if he can follow Aristotle's advice.