Ana tries to escape, resulting in Lazar's apparent death at the hands of Salmeo, the eunuch in charge of the harem.

Meanwhile, the rising of Iridor heralds a new cycle in the war of faith between the demon Maliz and the goddess Lyana.

[1] Ana is resigned to life in Percheron's harem and has only a veil to know the man she loves, Spur Lazar, is dead.

The Demon Maliz has taken the identity of the Grand Vizier in order to stalk Iridor, the Goddess' accomplice and a war is starting with an enemy seeking a price for the death of their crown prince.

Lazar meanwhile is determined to travel back to the desert instead of taking part in delicate negotiations, where Ana is being held prisoner by fanatics.