Bound in service to Princess Amara, Alistair was spelled to forever protect her. From infancy his only goal in life was protecting her from any harm that could come to her. Amara is beautiful, kind, and caring, and when her affection is turned to Alistair she can't figure out why he doesn't share her feelings. Alistair is dark, brooding, and scary but always caring and protective of others. He is willing to suffer the pain to do it. He grew up with one goal constantly drilled into his head; Protect Amara with his life. But it's not till his heart is captivated by an unlikely girl that he begins to think he's meant for something other than the merciless killing of the people wanting to harm the throne.