<p>Cultures collide at the end of a chain of generated domes.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Leoshine's mother hustles her into the wilderness of Myxolidia as her father abdicates his government to invaders. Captured by a lawless tribe of her own people Leoshine is thrown at the feet of the invading Aeolian leader as a bedwarmer.</p><p><br></p><p>Avram subverts their expectations. The last thing he wants is a girl-slave but he comes to depend on her in fulfilling his mission to rescue the Myxolidian atmosphere from environmental collapse.</p><p><br></p><p>Resham arrives home believing in the mission and eager to prove his loyalty and skill. As Avram's right hand he teaches Leoshine about her new master.</p><p><br></p><p>None of them suspect her true power and gift.</p>