(W) Ananth Hirsh (A) Tess Stone. While humans and fairies are at war beyond the castle walls* Lucia's life is dedicated to helping prepare Lady Kirsi for her upcoming wedding to King Reimund. Lucia's time at court takes a dazzling turn when she accompanies Lady Kirsi to a royal tournament that calls together all of the kingdom's brave knights for a competition of strength and wit. A magically animated suit of armor* brought to life by Norrix the court mage's complicated enchantment spell* enters the ring and challenges the winning knight. Lucia is immediately attracted to the armor's dark* mysterious charm and lovingly names him Modeus. Bonded by their mutual status as outcasts within the kingdom* the two begin to develop an unlikely yet thrilling connection and sparks (both metaphorical and magical) fly.